51 Baker St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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51 Baker St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,400 sqft (on 0.63 acres)

$144,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026

$144,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,400 sqft
(on 0.63 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$145K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1.7%)
Since last year
Increased$3K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$146K (+11,243.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +43% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$147K
July 2026$144K
June 2026$145K
May 2026$143K
April 2026$138K
March 2026$146K
February 2026$137K
January 2026$140K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
9 Weft Rd, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$250,000
04/30/26
3
2
1,542
1879 Fairway Ct, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$195,000
09/17/25
3
1.5
1,344
944 Justine Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.68
Single-Family Home
$150,000
10/03/25
3
1
1,200
17 Greenlawn Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$160,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,056
1717 Greenview Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.62
Single-Family Home
$135,000
12/16/25
3
1
1,200
2308 E 1500s Rd, Kankakee, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$173,000
01/09/26
3
1.5
1,842
54 Cherry Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.56
Single-Family Home
$190,000
12/11/25
3
1.5
1,508
1250 Justine Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.61
Single-Family Home
$205,000
07/24/26
2
1
1,071
1863 E Duane Blvd, Kankakee, IL
0.48
Single-Family Home
$200,000
07/01/26
3
1
1,245
895 Country Club Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$208,000
09/10/25
3
2.5
1,856

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
-
-
-
-
Off Market
8 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
9 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$30,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
5 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$189,700
3
1
1,654
Off Market
10 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
-
-
-
-
Off Market
11 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
3 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market
9 Weft Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$250,000
3
2
1,542
Recently Sold
2 River Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
-
-
-
-
Off Market
2 River Ln #2, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
-
-
-
-
Off Market
2414 Waldron Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.23
$199,300
3
1
1,100
Off Market
Waldron Acr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.31
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1954
Lot Size
0.63 acres
Living Area
1,400 sqft
Price/Sqft
$103
Parking
Garage

About this House

BEAUTIFULLY updated all brick home on huge lot with mature trees and attached 2 car garage. Completely remodeled interior with open floor plan, eat in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops on new maple cabinetry, wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, and fully updated bathroom. Brand new Energy Star windows throughout. Enjoy almost 3/4 acre yard from your back deck right outside the SUNROOM!
51 Baker St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,400 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $1,295 on Jun 30, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2016 with an asking price of $1,295 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 26, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $144,700, with a rent estimate of $1,940/month.

Home Details for 51 Baker St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
DeckExterior: BrickPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.63 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 30, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,295
Feb 26, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,295
Jan 22, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,295
May 20, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,300
May 14, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,300

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$160K
$4.48KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$116
Available listings
78
3MoM
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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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Frequently asked questions about 51 Baker St

  • What is 51 Baker St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 51 Baker St in Kankakee, IL is $144,700.
  • What is the price history for 51 Baker St?
    51 Baker St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $1,295 in June 2017.
  • Is Kankakee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kankakee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Kankakee?
    The median sale price in Kankakee is $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • Does 51 Baker St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 51 Baker St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 51 Baker St?
    The lot at 51 Baker St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.63 acres (27,552 sq ft).