509 W Williams St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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SOLD
DEC 11, 2025

509 W Williams St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,217 sqft

$135,000

Last Sold: Dec 11, 2025
13% below list $155K
$111/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,014/mo*
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$135,000

Last Sold: Dec 11, 2025
13% below list $155K
$111/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,014/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,217 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
1,217 sqft
Price/Sqft
$111/sqft
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

Description

Welcome to this all brick bungalow! This home beautifully combines vintage charm with modern potential, showcasing original woodwork, glass door handles, plaster walls, and hardwood floors in the living room and both bedrooms. The cozy layout features two spacious bedrooms conveniently located on the main floor, along with a eat-in kitchen with updated cabinets and pantry. The bright breakfast room that can double as an office or additional dining space. For those seeking to expand, the walk-up attic and basement offer ample opportunity to create your dream area. (Attic measurements estimated.) Newer Carrier furnace. This spacious fenced yard situated on a corner lot is great for summer gatherings. The detached 2-car garage provides extra storage and convenience. Centrally located making it easy to enjoy local amenities and the community. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Kankakee's history while providing the framework for modern living. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, this house is ready to welcome you home. Schedule your viewing today!
509 W Williams St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,217 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $135,000 on Dec 11, 2025 (13% below the $155,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $163,100, with a rent estimate of $1,660/month.

Home Details for 509 W Williams St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Attic, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1217 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Washer, Dryer, DisposalDisposalDryerLaundry: SinkWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, PlasterNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093210501800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $155,000Price Per Sqft: $111/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 26 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School District: 111High School District: 111

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7200 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12514481Attic: Interior Stair, UnfinishedActivation Date: Wed Nov 12 2025

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Lynn Randazzo, ABR,MRP, (815) 685-5047
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Azza Tawfik, ABR,e-PRO,GRI,SRES,SRS, (815) 325-4877, McColly Bennett Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12514481

Price History for 509 W Williams St

DatePriceEventSource
12/11/2025$135,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12514481
11/27/2025$155,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12514481
11/12/2025$155,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12514481
09/22/2010$71,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07529088
07/17/2010$78,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/16/2010$83,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,019
Assessment$109,605
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 509 W Williams St

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Sold Date
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475 W Mulberry St, Kankakee, IL
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$65,000
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1
900
752 N 9th Ave, Kankakee, IL
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$160,000
09/08/25
3
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1,370
761 N 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.21
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$120,000
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1
1,116
618 N 9th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
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$120,000
10/28/25
2
1.5
720
975 W Park Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.29
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$166,200
04/30/26
4
1
1,100
680 S Center Ave, Bradley, IL
0.44
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$185,000
09/04/25
2
1.5
1,472
1149 W Wilson Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.40
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$165,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,066
560 Beckman Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.46
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$163,000
02/27/26
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0.38
Single-Family Home
$153,000
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What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 211 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Donna Tymec
    "I use my car everything is accessible with in 2-10 minutes. Buses run till 11 pm. Commute is easy hardly any congestion when traffic comes "
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  • Vinnie Crump
    "Like that most people are friendly . People have ongoing relationships with neighbors and feel safe. People with dogs seem to respect their neighbors and boundaries don’t leave their dogs outside all evening just letting them bark and bark and bark "
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  • Sluiterdbm
    "Plenty of people walking dogs in the neighborhood and a park down by the river as well. Very nice neighborhood!"
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  • Sluiterdbm
    "I’ve lived here for 22 years in the historic district and there are very unique historical homes to enjoy on walks and friendly neighbors. Very beautiful sunsets over the river to enjoy as well!"
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  • Kathleen Donovan Downey
    "…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
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  • Kevali Amphy
    "I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
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  • Maliknorsworthy
    "ne of the main roles of parents is providing encouragement, support and access to activities that enable a child to master key developmental"
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  • Olivia Johnson
    "Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
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  • Lateesakfoster93
    "I’ve Been here all my life..very small and quiet.I will recommend if anyone is looking for a smaller town to live."
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  • Mark E. H.
    "Great schools and right next to Hawkins Park with a 2/3 mile jogging track. Close to hospitals. Country living. "
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  • Angela W.
    "It’s run down. People don’t try to improve their property, they do the bare minimum. The Alderman doesn’t enforce anything they just get a check."
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  • Danniiemarie
    "It’s loud at night where I’m by, parties and drinking plus smoking all through the night. If you want to live here just beware"
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  • Olivia Q.
    "I don’t like it.hear to many gun shots, have had a package stolen from my front porch and the lighting outside for the streets suck they aren’t bright at all "
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  • Cristinatrujillo5783
    "No one helps out no one turns in the bad Guys it needs to stop we need to come together to make it town better "
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  • Kennice B.
    "I lived here for 1 yr it's been pretty quiet nice place to live so far will recommend neighborhood to anyone "
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  • Cristinatrujillo5783
    "None we have no events and there is always shooting in the area and they go to jail for a week and get out "
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  • Gerraile
    "There are parks and green spaces but you have to travel through intrepid waters or neighborhoods to get to some. "
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  • Michelle B.
    "not the best neighborhood, some areas are good some are not so great. Be sure to do your research on the areas before making your decision."
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  • Ayersloretta53
    "I've lived in this area for six years and it has been going down hill every since. Loud music and roudy people are moving into thr area."
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  • Nimon B.
    "only one dog in my neighborhood and they pick up after it...but over all it's a really nice neighborhood where I stay at."
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  • Djsluiter
    "We have a holiday housewalk and are constantly doing special events. For Christmas our neighborhood has just started a parade of lights and in the summer there are bike races and block parties, wine and cheese events etc. "
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  • Djsluiter
    "Great place with good parks and plenty of areas to walk dogs. There is the Kankakee River that is always a good place to bring dogs. "
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  • Donnajones287
    "Lived here for almost two years now and this town sucks and the police are even worse. It's not safe here and the hookers walk around with there gas and wash cups to let it know there open for business. "
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  • Kellielafevor
    "Our community does amazing things. The farmers market, downtown activities, the public library. We love our daycare and preschool in the district. "
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