854 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$133,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath

854 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,039/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 18, 2024 for $75,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$134K
Since last month
Increased$8K (+6.5%)
Since last year
Increased$55K (+68.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$59K (+78.7%)
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 +471% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$134K
August 2026$126K
July 2026$122K
June 2026$103K
May 2026$87K
April 2026$78K
March 2026$80K
February 2026$80K
January 2026$79K
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
806 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$80,000
02/13/26
3
1
1,002
931 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$80,000
09/30/25
3
1
1,000
1035 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$122,100
10/08/25
3
1
1,200
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/07/25
3
1
1,440
780 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$95,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,008
980 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$223,000
08/08/26
3
1
1,728
639 Wood Ct, Kankakee, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$94,000
12/04/25
3
1
960
540 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$65,000
04/16/26
2
1
826
956 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$152,000
10/23/25
3
1.5
962
601 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$83,000
11/14/25
2
1
504

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
885 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$161,900
3
2
853
Off Market
844 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$183,300
3
2
1,044
Off Market
766 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$109,500
3
1
1,157
Off Market
1257 E Sheridan St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$210,500
3
2
1,300
Recently Sold
894 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$146,800
2
2
1,016
Off Market
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$181,300
3
1
1,440
Off Market
806 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$80,000
3
1
1,002
Recently Sold
935 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$167,300
3
3
1,443
Off Market
964 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$147,000
4
3
1,630
Recently Sold
950 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$182,400
3
1.5
941
Off Market
744 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$186,300
4
2
1,200
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

About this House

Here's your opportunity to invest in Kankakee's Historic Riverview District. This property does need rehab but it's a great opportunity to customize and bring your vision to life! Property is being sold AS IS.
854 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom single-family home. It last sold for the $75,000 asking price on Nov 18, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $133,500, with a rent estimate of $1,962/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Marla Good, (815) 274-1415
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
Bought with: Marla Good, (815) 274-1415, Keller Williams Preferred Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12204097

Home Details for 854 S Poplar 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: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170531601500

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $75,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Nov 05 2024Possession 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: 6250 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Exclusions-Call List Office

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12204097

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 18, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12204097
Sold
$75,000
Nov 5, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12204097
Pending
$75,000
Sep 22, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$22,000
Jan 6, 2011
Source: N/A
Sold
$35,000
Nov 14, 2010
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$39,900

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$185K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
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 854 S Poplar Ave

  • What is 854 S Poplar Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 854 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL is $133,500.
  • What is the price history for 854 S Poplar Ave?
    854 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $75,000 in November 2024.
  • 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 854 S Poplar Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 854 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 854 S Poplar Ave?
    The lot at 854 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL is about 0.14 acres (6,250 sq ft).

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