817 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$129,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,148 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

817 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $994/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 17, 2025 for $120,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$130K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1.4%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+5.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$10K (+8.3%)
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 increased by +80% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$130K
August 2026$130K
July 2026$128K
June 2026$127K
May 2026$127K
April 2026$124K
March 2026$126K
February 2026$126K
January 2026$124K
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
509 W Williams St, Kankakee, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$135,000
12/11/25
2
1.5
1,217
618 N 9th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$120,000
10/28/25
2
1.5
720
1149 W Wilson Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$165,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,066
761 N 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$120,000
02/10/26
3
1
1,116
560 Beckman Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$163,000
02/27/26
3
1
1,275
1345 Inglesh Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$220,000
08/20/26
3
2
1,300
975 W Park Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$166,200
04/30/26
4
1
1,100
1040 W South St, Bradley, IL
0.61
Single-Family Home
$160,000
10/28/25
2
1
884
750 Bishop Ct, Bradley, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$230,000
05/22/26
3
2.5
1,302
123 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.63
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,350

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
831 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.01
$192,500
3
1.5
2,062
Off Market
799 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.02
$136,700
1
1
624
Off Market
779 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$342,000
5
2.5
-
Off Market
1182 W Wilson Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
-
-
-
-
Off Market
824 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$240,200
4
1.5
1,650
Off Market
1195 W Williams St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$134,500
2
1
840
Off Market
1178 W Gregg St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$210,000
3
2
1,248
Off Market
1149 W Wilson Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$165,000
3
1
1,066
Recently Sold
750 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$185,000
2
1.5
825
Off Market
777 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$193,400
2
1
1,088
Off Market
769 N Kennedy Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$129,200
1
1
850
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1951
0.34 acre lot
1,148 sqft
$113/sqft
2 Parking Spaces

About this House

Riverfront property at an affordable price for year round living or a weekend getaway. 2 br, 2 ba home with beautiful views from your own property. Bring your fishing boat, canoe, and fishing poles its time to enjoy the lovely Kankakee River from your own back yard. Large Primary br with walk-in closet and full bath. Large lower level eat in kitchen has a enough room for a couple of easy chairs in front of the old fashioned fp. and opens to a covered porch with views of the river. Hardwood floors under the carpeting in the upper level br's, Lr, and office. House is being sold "AS IS".
817 N River Dr, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,148 sqft single-family home built in 1951. It last sold for $120,000 on Apr 17, 2025 (18% below the $145,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $129,800, with a rent estimate of $1,586/month.
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Cathy Collins, (815) 370-4507
Village Realty Inc
Bought with: Nicole Wilson, (815) 573-1716, Village Realty Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12309818

Home Details for 817 N River Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,NoneNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1148 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range HoodDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No ViewView: Back of Property

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site
Frontage
WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093120500900

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $145,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Mar 29 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 500 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12309818Water ViewWater View: Back of Property

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 17, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309818
Sold
$120,000
Apr 11, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309818
Pending
$145,900
Mar 19, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309818
PriceChange
$145,900
Price decreased by 3%
Mar 12, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12309818
Listed For Sale
$149,900

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
91
13MoM

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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 817 N River Dr

  • What is 817 N River Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 817 N River Dr in Kankakee, IL is $129,800.
  • What is the price history for 817 N River Dr?
    817 N River Dr in Kankakee, IL last sold for $120,000 in April 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 $185K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • Does 817 N River Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 817 N River Dr in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 817 N River Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 817 N River Dr in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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