900 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$198,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,625 sqft

900 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,469/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 15, 2011 for $112,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$199K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$8K (+4%)
Since last sale
Increased$87K (+77.9%)
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 +70% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$199K
July 2026$196K
June 2026$202K
May 2026$201K
April 2026$196K
March 2026$195K
February 2026$191K
January 2026$189K
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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
1205 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,610
1124 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$194,000
06/22/26
3
1.5
1,759
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
1024 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$259,900
03/24/26
3
2
1,743
1145 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$166,500
09/30/25
3
1
1,263
1224 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$225,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
1,500
1228 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$235,900
09/16/25
3
1.5
2,024
635 S Alma Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$210,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,710
595 S Curtis Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.56
Single-Family Home
$110,000
10/07/25
3
2
1,500
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.38
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
15 Croydon Pl, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$243,600
3
3
1,712
Off Market
1145 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$176,900
3
1
1,263
Off Market
1095 S 10th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$190,500
5
2.5
2,772
Off Market
1063 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$206,900
3
1
1,090
Off Market
1165 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$179,200
2
1
1,236
Off Market
947 Hawthorne Ln, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$204,300
3
1
1,248
Off Market
909 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$188,200
2
1
1,344
Off Market
1042 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$209,900
3
1
1,102
For Sale
906 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$218,400
3
1
1,240
Off Market
961 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.16
$197,500
3
1
1,120
Off Market
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.16
$159,900
3
1
985
Recently Sold
1055 S 7th Ave #TH, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.16
$103,300
1
1
-
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
1,625 sqft
Price/Sqft
$122

About this House

Great ranch home in West Kankakee across from the park and close to schools and walking trails. This home features a huge living/dining rm combo w/stone fpl & a wall of windows overlooking the park. 4 nice bdrmw/hrdwd flrs. 2 full baths on the main flr & a nice kit which leads to a great carpeted breezeway. Full bsmnt is partially fin w/ a family rm w/fpl. Home has been well cared for and maintained.
900 W Vanmeter St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,625 sqft single-family home built in 1952. It last sold for $112,000 on Sep 15, 2011. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $198,600, with a rent estimate of $2,127/month.

Home Details for 900 W Vanmeter St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9462 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 15, 2011
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07798678
Sold
$112,000
Jun 19, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$119,900
Price decreased by 4%
May 18, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$124,900
Price increased by 4%
May 7, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$119,900

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

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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 900 W Vanmeter St

  • What is 900 W Vanmeter St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 900 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL is $198,600.
  • What is the price history for 900 W Vanmeter St?
    900 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $112,000 in September 2011.
  • 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 900 W Vanmeter St?
    The lot at 900 W Vanmeter St in Kankakee, IL is about 0.22 acres (9,462 sq ft).

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