545 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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SOLD
OCT 31, 2025

545 S May Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,390 sqft

$159,900

Last Sold: Oct 31, 2025
$115/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,192/mo*
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$159,900

Last Sold: Oct 31, 2025
$115/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,192/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,390 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$167K
Since last month
Increased$400 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$36K (+27.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$7K (+4.6%)
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 +96% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$167K
July 2026$167K
June 2026$166K
May 2026$165K
March 2026$164K
February 2026$164K
January 2026$162K
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
665 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$140,000
05/22/26
2
1
900
545 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$150,000
02/20/26
2
2
1,200
580 S Enos Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$182,000
05/01/26
2
1
1,547
520 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/02/25
3
1
1,120
1117 W Station St, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$136,000
10/28/25
2
1
1,200
530 S Tanner Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$115,000
02/27/26
3
1
1,132
1088 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.58
Single-Family Home
$179,900
01/12/26
2
1
1,352

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
544 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$205,200
3
2.5
2,393
Off Market
479 S Small Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$209,900
3
2
1,250
Off Market
1300 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$193,000
3
1
1,457
Off Market
564 S Curtis Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$225,400
3
2.5
1,350
Off Market
1540 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$75,100
2
1
770
Off Market
433 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$196,600
2
1
1,000
Off Market
646 S Small Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$131,800
3
2
1,767
Off Market
421 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$226,800
3
3
1,380
Off Market
379 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$219,100
3
2.5
1,140
Off Market
636 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$207,000
4
2
2,085
Off Market
407 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$119,200
5
1
-
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 545 S May Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1955
Living Area
1,390 sqft
Price/Sqft
$115/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Recently renovated home with attached garage - just a short walk away from Small park. Buyers will appreciate the hard surface flooring. The bath has a tub and separate shower. Kitchen new - with dining area. Light and bright living room. Garage has a pull downstairs to attic access - built in wall of storage & it's heated. Roof 2022. Whole house fan.
545 S May Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,390 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for the $159,900 asking price on Oct 31, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $166,800, with a rent estimate of $1,490/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Cindy Olson-Purdy, (815) 383-0026
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Brit-Anne Wilkening, (815) 383-2521
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Peter Grant, GRI, (815) 405-8610, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12471195

Home Details for 545 S May Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1390 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: In KitchenRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: Ramp - Main Level, Disability AccessFloors: Laminate
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Gravel,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955Year Renovated: 2025
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170611601200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,900Price Per Sqft: $115/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Oct 02 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School: King Middle Grade SchoolElementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School: King Middle Grade SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 111High School: Kankakee High SchoolHigh School District: 111

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12471195Attic: Pull Down StairActivation Date: Tue Sep 16 2025Back On Market Date: Thu Sep 25 2025

Additional Information

MRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 31, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471195
Sold
$159,900
Sep 25, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471195
PendingToActive
$159,900
Sep 22, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471195
Contingent
$159,900
Sep 16, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12471195
Listed For Sale
$159,900
May 30, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12267914
Sold
$63,000

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

Around this home

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 545 S May Ave

  • What is 545 S May Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 545 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL is $166,800.
  • What is the price history for 545 S May Ave?
    545 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $159,900 in October 2025.
  • 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 545 S May Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 545 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 545 S May Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 545 S May Ave in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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