796 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$162,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,104 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

796 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$163K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-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 +53% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$163K
August 2026$162K
July 2026$167K
June 2026$160K
May 2026$153K
April 2026$144K
March 2026$146K
February 2026$137K
January 2026$144K
2025
2024
2023
2021

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
1179 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/05/26
2
1
902
974 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$155,000
08/18/26
2
1
984
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,400
881 S Dearborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$41,041
11/14/25
2
1
968
1093 S 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$140,000
11/19/25
2
1
960
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
1103 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$180,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,063
327 E Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$169,950
10/01/25
2
1
1,000
347 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$65,000
11/14/25
2
2
787
1351 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/16/25
3
1
1,076

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
922 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.00
$245,000
3
1.5
1,224
For Sale
138 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
$156,400
3
1
1,084
Off Market
1080 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$141,000
6
2
-
Off Market
1055 S West Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$90,800
2
1
792
Off Market
1020 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$146,600
2
1
1,242
Off Market
1057 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$168,000
3
1.5
1,400
Off Market
1192 S East Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$140,700
5
2
-
Off Market
1154-1142 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$14,500
-
-
-
For Sale
1178-1164 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$14,500
-
-
-
For Sale
1032 S East Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$145,000
2
1
7,500
Recently Sold
295 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$169,500
4
1.5
1,560
Off Market
974 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$155,000
2
1
984
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1941
0.34 acre lot
1,104 sqft
$147/sqft

About this House

Beautiful 1.5 story home situated on a large corner lot! Large Living Room with Wood Burning Fireplace and Formal Dining room both with hardwood floors. Kitchen with newer Stainless Steel Range and Dishwasher 2019, Refrigerator and Microwave, Washer/Dryer all included. Interior is freshly painted including basement. Lots of character in this home with arched doorways, plus convenient laundry chute on 2nd floor. Large Master Bedroom with deep closets in both Bedrooms and Harwood Floors. Replacement windows and front entry door! Full unfinished basement. Furnace 2014. Attic fan with thermostatic control.
796 W Van Meter St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,104 sqft single-family home built in 1941. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $162,600, with a rent estimate of $1,487/month.

Home Details for 796 W Van Meter St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Pantry
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Softwood, Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 10, 2021
Source: Real Living Real Estate
ListingRemoved
Mar 24, 2021
Source: Real Living Real Estate #10995173
Pending
$109,900
Mar 15, 2021
Source: Real Living Real Estate #10995173
Listed For Sale
$109,900
Mar 6, 2021
Source: Real Living Real Estate
ListingRemoved
Feb 15, 2021
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$109,900

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

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

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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Frequently asked questions about 796 W Van Meter St

  • What is 796 W Van Meter St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 796 W Van Meter St in Kankakee, IL is $162,600.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Kankakee, IL.
  • Does 796 W Van Meter St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 796 W Van Meter St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 796 W Van Meter St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 796 W Van Meter St in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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