543 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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543 S 3rd Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft

$289,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,105/mo*
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$289,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,105/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
800 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$362

About this House

New Laminate Flooring, modern appliances, off street parking.

Close to the downtown area and Kankakee River. A short drive to Walmart, Menards, Shopping Area, and parks. $1,200 Rent
$50 RUBS FEE (Covers lawn care, water, gas, snow removal, parking spot)
Tenants to put electric under their name.
1 Parking spot reserved in rear of building.
No security fee - 1 time move in fee of $550

800 SQ FT
2 Bed, 1 Bath
Modern Appliances
Close to downtown and River area.

Pets allowed for an extra one time $550 Pet Fee (Any pet over 5lbs)

Requirements
Credit not required but preferred a 600 Credit score.
Past landlord reference
Employment reference
Household Income must be at least $3000
All other items considered on a case by case basis.

$1,200 Rent
$50 RUBS FEE (Covers lawn care, water, gas, snow removal, parking spot)
Tenants to put electric under their name.
1 Parking spot reserved in rear of building.
No security fee - 1 time move in fee of $550

800 SQ FT
2 Bed, 1 Bath
Modern Appliances
Close to downtown and River area.

Pets allowed for an extra $550 Pet Fee (Any pet over 5lbs)

Requirements
Credit not required but preferred a 600 Credit score.
Past landlord reference
Employment reference
Household Income must be at least $3000
All other items considered on a case by case basis.
543 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft apartment. It last sold for $183,000 on Aug 29, 2024 (16,536% above the $1,100 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $1,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 18, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $289,600, with a rent estimate of $1,028/month.

Home Details for 543 S 3rd Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardAir ConditioningCooling System: Window UnitHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 Month

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price History for 543 S 3rd Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/18/2026$1,100ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
07/01/2026$1,100Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/02/2026$1,200ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/17/2026$1,200Listed For RentZillow Rentals
09/22/2025$1,200ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/03/2025$1,200Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/29/2024$183,000Sold
N/A
12/29/2016$90,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09194011
04/13/2016$125,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/30/2016$125,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/29/2016$706,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/29/2006$133,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated June 2026
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,661
Assessment$92,895
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 543 S 3rd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
591 Coyne St, Bourbonnais, IL
2.46
Apartment
$425,000
01/08/26
2
1
750
350 Villabrook Dr, Bourbonnais, IL
2.47
Apartment
$425,000
01/08/26
3
2
1,100
950 Heritage Dr, Bourbonnais, IL
3.80
Apartment
$260,000
10/14/25
2
1
925
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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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

  • 37 % 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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