521 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$93,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,644 sqft

521 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $744/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 25, 2012 for $28,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$93.4K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-7.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$18K (-16.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$61K (+218.6%)
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 +296% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$89K
August 2026$93K
July 2026$97K
June 2026$95K
May 2026$104K
April 2026$99K
March 2026$97K
February 2026$94K
January 2026$94K
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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
547 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$99,000
11/19/25
3
1
1,146
353 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$188,000
04/17/26
4
2
2,000
143 N Entrance Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$45,200
04/27/26
3
1
1,100
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,672
575 S Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,180
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$197,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,252
655 S Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$189,900
06/25/26
2
2
1,465
157-159 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$100,000
05/21/26
4
4
2,720
1151 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.60
Single-Family Home
$20,000
10/07/25
4
2
1,680
261 N 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.56
Single-Family Home
$30,000
06/12/26
2
1
1,058

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
495 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$47,800
2
1
-
Off Market
547 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$99,000
3
1
1,146
Recently Sold
507 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$108,600
2
1
1,102
Off Market
408 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$223,700
3
2
1,700
Off Market
543 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$44,500
2
1
896
Off Market
530 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$148,400
5
3
-
Off Market
551 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$128,800
5
3.5
-
Off Market
575 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$192,200
5
3
1,300
Off Market
436 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$100,000
4
1
-
Recently Sold
340 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$57,800
3
1
1,060
Off Market
353 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$188,000
4
2
2,000
Recently Sold
369 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.16
$42,500
3
1
1,100
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
1,644 sqft
$57/sqft

About this House

Location .. location, nice fixer upper in Kankakee that backs to the park and the river, home has so much potential and a great price. 3 good size bedrooms, office, huge kitchen, all appliances, 1.5 updated bathrooms, tons of storage, walk in closet in master bedroom, nice woodwork, GREAT fenced in yard with beautiful lilac trees and back porch. Sold as-is. Make an offer!
521 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,644 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $28,000 on Jul 25, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $93,400, with a rent estimate of $1,648/month.

Home Details for 521 S 5th Ave

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2600 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 25, 2012
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08035548
Sold
$28,000
Apr 6, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$29,900
Dec 31, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$49,900
Oct 13, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$49,900

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
91
13MoM

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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 521 S 5th Ave

  • What is 521 S 5th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 521 S 5th Ave in Kankakee, IL is $93,400.
  • What is the price history for 521 S 5th Ave?
    521 S 5th Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $28,000 in July 2012.
  • 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 $185K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 521 S 5th Ave?
    The lot at 521 S 5th Ave in Kankakee, IL is about 0.06 acres (2,600 sq ft).

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