679 E River St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

679 E River St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 6 Beds
  • 2 Baths

$174,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,257/mo*
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$174,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,257/mo*
Refinance Your Home
6 Beds
2 Baths

Local Information

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Description

Calling all Investors and Rehabbers! - Here's a rare opportunity for investment and to make lots $$$$ with this Large 2 unit on a large corner lot. Rehab and live in one and rent the other, or rent both- Each unit has 3 bedrooms, living room, dining room kitchen, attic and basement. Includes off-street parking on site for 4 cars. TONS OF POTENTIAL! MUST SEE!! Property is sold in "As-Is" condition. No Survey or termite. Seller makes no warranties or gives any repair credits. Please provide proof of funds and buyer signed disclosures with all offers.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from July 17, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 679 E River St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Off Street,Driveway,On Site,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170522201700

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $74,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jun 27 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12092695
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Ryan Cherney, (630) 862-5181
Circle One Realty
Bought with: Celia Calbert, (815) 474-9950, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12092695

Price History for 679 E River St

DatePriceEventSource
07/17/2024$75,100Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12092695
06/27/2024$74,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12092695
06/24/2024$74,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12092695
12/08/2017$18,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09793516
07/14/2005$55,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,159
Assessment$104,964
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 679 E River St

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Sold Date
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427 S Chicago Ave, Kankakee, IL
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$45,000
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2
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653 E River St, Kankakee, IL
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$100,000
12/23/25
3
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1019 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL
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$100,000
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$106,000
03/30/26
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2
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442 S Chicago Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.13
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$190,500
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2.5
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464 E Station St, Kankakee, IL
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3
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436 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
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$100,000
04/03/26
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1
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852 E Station St, Kankakee, IL
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$105,000
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381 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
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$152,500
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361 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
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$152,500
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 210 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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679 E River St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom multi-family built in 1905. This property is not currently available for sale. 679 E River St was last sold on Jul 17, 2024 for $75,100 (0% higher than the asking price of $74,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 679 E River St is $174,100.