837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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SOLD
NOV 26, 2025

$189,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,672 sqft

837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 26, 2025 for $180,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$190K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+5.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$10K (+5.6%)
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 +287% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$190K
August 2026$190K
July 2026$187K
June 2026$186K
May 2026$185K
April 2026$183K
March 2026$184K
February 2026$184K
January 2026$182K
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
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$197,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,252
880 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$184,000
08/31/26
3
1.5
1,023
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
1205 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,610
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
655 S Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$189,900
06/25/26
2
2
1,465
575 S Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,180
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960

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
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$197,000
3
1.5
1,252
Recently Sold
423 W Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$172,100
1
1
1,224
Off Market
833 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$145,300
2
1
950
Off Market
880 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$184,000
3
1.5
1,023
Recently Sold
891 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$154,700
2
1
962
Off Market
552 W Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$188,500
2
2
1,006
Off Market
880 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$120,800
2
1
816
Off Market
595 W Water St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$172,300
2
2
1,044
Off Market
928 S 5th Ave #TH, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$194,500
3
2
1,314
Off Market
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$126,300
2
3
1,488
Off Market
1030 S 1042 Osborn, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$145,400
4
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Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 837 S 4th Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1905
1,672 sqft
$108/sqft
2 Parking Spaces

About this House

If you're searching for a move-in-ready home, look no further. This beautifully updated residence features new flooring and fresh paint throughout, revitalizing every surface. The bathrooms have been upgraded, and all appliances are brand new. Additionally, the furnace, AC, and water heater were replaced in 2025. Located near the river, the primary bedroom offers a lovely river view. Washer and dryer hookups are located on the second floor for easy access.
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,672 sqft single-family home built in 1905. It last sold for $180,000 on Nov 26, 2025 (2% below the $184,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2025 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 4, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $189,900, with a rent estimate of $2,024/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Jessica Seyden, (417) 496-6328
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Ashley Seyden, (815) 953-7959
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Leanne Provost, ABR,CRS,PSA,SRES, (815) 790-1646, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12467783

Home Details for 837 S 4th Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1672 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905Year Renovated: 2025
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170640901300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $184,500Price Per Sqft: $108/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Sep 15 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12467783

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 26, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12467783
Sold
$180,000
Sep 15, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12467783
Contingent
$184,500
Sep 9, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12467783
PriceChange
$184,500
Price decreased by 0%
Aug 4, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12437030
Listed For Sale
$185,000
Jul 30, 2025
Source: BHHS broker feed #12356215
ListingRemoved
$190,000

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
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

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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 837 S 4th Ave

  • What is 837 S 4th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 837 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL is $189,900.
  • What is the price history for 837 S 4th Ave?
    837 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $180,000 in November 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 $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • Does 837 S 4th Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 837 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 837 S 4th Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 837 S 4th Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.

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