719 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
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UNDER CONTRACT

$235,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,681 sqft

719 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
$140/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Welcome home to this stunning and beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom all-brick 1.5-story home that perfectly blends timeless charm with stylish modern updates! From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the inviting layout, warm hardwood floors, and thoughtful finishes throughout. The beautifully updated kitchen is sure to impress, with room for your kitchen table, plenty of counter and cabinet space and stainless steel appliances! One main level bedroom and two bedrooms with walk in closets are located upstairs. The full finished basement expands your living space with a versatile office, generous recreation area, and convenient laundry room. Step outside to enjoy the privacy of the updated fenced backyard, ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying a little fresh air. A detached 1.5 car garage provides added convenience and storage. Charming, stylish, spacious, and thoughtfully updated, this wonderful home offers comfortable living with plenty of room to spread out. Schedule your private showing today!
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Andy Czako, (815) 370-6807
McColly Bennett Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12729127
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 719 N Kennedy Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1681 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3.5Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Detached,Off Alley,Driveway,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 26

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948Year Renovated: 2014
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 160931212021

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $235,000Price Per Sqft: $140
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12729127

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12729127Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractBack On Market Date: Fri Aug 28 2026

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Around this home

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$234K
Since last month
Increased$30K (+14.4%)
Since last year
Increased$36K (+18%)
Since last sale
Increased$126K (+116.9%)
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 +103% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$234K
August 2026$235K
July 2026$205K
June 2026$203K
May 2026$203K
April 2026$198K
March 2026$196K
February 2026$193K
January 2026$188K
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
761 N 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$120,000
02/10/26
3
1
1,116
700 N 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/19/25
5
3
1,414
618 N 9th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$120,000
10/28/25
2
1.5
720
1149 W Wilson Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$165,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,066
975 W Park Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$166,200
04/30/26
4
1
1,100
509 W Williams St, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$135,000
12/11/25
2
1.5
1,217
560 Beckman Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$163,000
02/27/26
3
1
1,275
123 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,350
520 N 10th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$90,000
09/11/25
2
1
768
373 N Adams St, Kankakee, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$104,000
12/04/25
3
1
1,308

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
665 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$227,400
2
1
1,000
Off Market
644 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$211,600
3
2
1,304
Off Market
750 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$185,000
2
1.5
825
Off Market
750 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$163,800
2
1
906
Off Market
760 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$122,000
2
2
700
Off Market
769 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$129,200
1
1
850
Off Market
777 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$193,400
2
1
1,088
Off Market
656 N 10th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$147,700
2
1
952
Off Market
650 N 10th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$139,700
2
1
965
Off Market
975 W Park Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$166,200
4
1
1,100
Recently Sold
779 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$342,000
5
2.5
-
Off Market
951 W Park Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$216,700
3
1.5
1,400
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 4, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12729127
Contingent
$235,000
Aug 28, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12729127
PendingToActive
$235,000
Aug 21, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12729127
Contingent
$235,000
Aug 13, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12729127
Listed For Sale
$235,000
Aug 29, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$108,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Andy Czako, McColly Bennett Real Estate
Agent Phone: (815) 370-6807
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information

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Frequently asked questions about 719 N Kennedy Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 719 N Kennedy Dr?
    Based on a $235,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 719 N Kennedy Dr in Kankakee, IL is approximately $1,757 (about $1,245 principal & interest, $437 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 719 N Kennedy Dr compare to homes in Kankakee?
    719 N Kennedy Dr in Kankakee, IL is listed at $235,000, about 47% above the $160K median sale price in Kankakee.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Kankakee, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 719 N Kennedy Dr?
    The closest schools to 719 N Kennedy Dr in Kankakee, IL are John Kennedy Middle Grade School (Elementary, rated 3/10), Kankakee High School (rated 4/10), Kankakee Junior High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 719 N Kennedy Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 719 N Kennedy Dr in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 719 N Kennedy Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 719 N Kennedy Dr in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.
719 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,681 sqft single-family home built in 1948. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Aug 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12729127.