79 E 2740s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

79 E 2740s Rd
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 928 sqft

$180,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026

$180,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
928 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$181K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+1.6%)
Since last year
Increased$1K (+0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$28K (+18.4%)
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 +500% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$181K
July 2026$180K
June 2026$178K
May 2026$178K
April 2026$176K
March 2026$176K
February 2026$175K
January 2026$173K
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
235 E 2740 South Rd S, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$220,000
06/17/26
3
1.5
1,749
1532 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.51
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
2
1
840
1501 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.59
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/15/26
2
1
990
1562 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.50
Single-Family Home
$184,000
08/10/26
3
1
832
1139 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.83
Single-Family Home
$150,000
01/15/26
2
1
952
1351 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.70
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/16/25
3
1
1,076
1470 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.58
Single-Family Home
$199,900
12/19/25
3
1
1,408
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.48
Single-Family Home
$135,000
03/19/26
3
1.5
1,250
1217 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.87
Single-Family Home
$169,900
09/05/25
2
1
1,073
1179 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
1.83
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/05/26
2
1
902

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
235 E 2740 South Rd S, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$220,000
3
1.5
1,749
Recently Sold
115 E 2740s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$194,500
3
1
1,200
Off Market
165 E 2740s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$185,000
3
1.5
1,244
For Sale
475 Riverstone Pkwy #7, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.17
$300,000
-
-
-
For Sale
1720 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.34
$191,800
4
2
1,306
Off Market
1680 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.40
$218,800
3
1.5
1,575
Off Market
1620 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.44
$223,000
3
1.5
1,685
Off Market
1557 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.47
$34,700
2
1
-
Off Market
1581 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.48
$135,000
3
1.5
1,250
Recently Sold
1595 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.49
$185,200
3
1
1,602
Off Market
1556 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.49
$139,200
2
1
844
Off Market
1562 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
1.50
$184,000
3
1
832
Recently Sold

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1957
Living Area
928 sqft
Price/Sqft
$195

About this House

Great location, easy access to I57 and shopping center. Cute 2 Bedroom and 1 bath. Spacious Kitchen. Hardwood floors throughout. Large fenced back yard. New roof in 2005, garage roof in 2011. New vinyl floor in laundry room. 2 car detached garage and 1 car attached garage.. Home Sold As Is!
79 E 2740s Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 928 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $153,000 on Apr 11, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $180,500, with a rent estimate of $1,560/month.

Home Details for 79 E 2740s Rd

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9460 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 11, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11341141
Sold
$153,000
Mar 23, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11341141
Pending
$147,900
Mar 15, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11341141
Contingent
$147,900
Mar 7, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11341141
Listed For Sale
$147,900
Nov 6, 2019
Source: N/A
Sold
$33,000

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
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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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    "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 79 E 2740s Rd

  • What is 79 E 2740s Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 79 E 2740s Rd in Kankakee, IL is $180,500.
  • What is the price history for 79 E 2740s Rd?
    79 E 2740s Rd in Kankakee, IL last sold for $153,000 in April 2022.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 79 E 2740s Rd?
    The lot at 79 E 2740s Rd in Kankakee, IL is about 0.22 acres (9,453 sq ft).