553 S 3rd St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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SOLD
DEC 9, 2025

$179,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath

553 S 3rd St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,336/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 9, 2025 for $170,550 (12% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$180K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+1.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$14K (-7.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$9K (+5.3%)
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 decreased by -7% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$180K
July 2026$177K
June 2026$176K
May 2026$175K
March 2026$174K
February 2026$174K
January 2026$172K
2025

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
436 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.11
Multi-Family Home
$100,000
04/03/26
4
1
-
345 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$200,000
04/03/26
4
4
-
346 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$100,000
09/29/25
2
2
-
529 S Indiana Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Multi-Family Home
$135,000
05/27/26
4
2
-
341 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$105,000
11/24/25
3
2
-
227 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$90,000
09/15/25
3
3
-
242 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.66
Multi-Family Home
$150,000
10/30/25
4
2
-
368 N Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.92
Multi-Family Home
$160,000
09/19/25
4
2
-
653 E River St, Kankakee, IL
0.60
Multi-Family Home
$100,000
12/23/25
3
2
-

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
274 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$153,500
4
1.5
1,600
Off Market
340 W Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$58,800
3
1
1,060
Off Market
530 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$150,000
5
3
-
Off Market
590 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$125,000
-
-
-
For Sale
507 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$109,200
2
1
1,102
Off Market
436 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$100,000
4
1
-
Recently Sold
290 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$128,600
2
1
900
Off Market
346 W Hickory St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$99,400
2
2
-
Off Market
Lot 79 Riverbend Sub #79, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Lot 26 Wedgewood Est #26, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1030 S 1042 Osborn, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$145,700
4
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1950
Parking
8 Parking Spaces

About this House

Introducing a beautifully refreshed two-story four-unit building in the heart of Kankakee, Illinois, just a couple of blocks from the upcoming East Riverwalk park, set to be completed by year's end. All Units are 1 bed 1 bath. Each unit in this fully rented property has been thoughtfully updated before occupancy, featuring modern vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, and refinished cabinets and countertops. Each unit is equipped with its own refrigerator and stove. The building also offers a newer rubber roof (just three years old), durable vinyl windows, steel staircases, and a basement area with potential for coin laundry installation. Tenants cover their own electric, gas, and water, while the landlord covers sewer and garbage. Current rents are 800, 650, 600, and 750 per unit. Updated plumbing and electrical. Schedule your private showing today!
553 S 3rd St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom multi-family built in 1950. It last sold for $170,550 on Dec 9, 2025 (12% below the $194,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $179,600, with a rent estimate of $1,245/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Paul Kirkpatrick, (815) 405-2964
Exclusive Realtors
Bought with: Antony Toledo, (815) 325-5012, Realty of America, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12479360

Home Details for 553 S 3rd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 8Parking: Yes,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170622201800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $194,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Oct 21 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: VA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12479360

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 9, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12479360
Sold
$170,550
Oct 21, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12479360
Contingent
$194,900
Sep 25, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12479360
Listed For Sale
$194,900

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 553 S 3rd St

  • What is 553 S 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 553 S 3rd St in Kankakee, IL is $179,600.
  • What is the price history for 553 S 3rd St?
    553 S 3rd St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $170,550 in December 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 553 S 3rd St have parking?
    Yes, 553 S 3rd St in Kankakee, IL has on-site parking.

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