931 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$85,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,000 sqft

931 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 30, 2025 for $80,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$85K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+1.6%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+5.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$5K (+6.4%)
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 +104% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$85K
August 2026$85K
July 2026$84K
June 2026$83K
May 2026$83K
March 2026$82K
February 2026$82K
January 2026$81K
2025
2024
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
1035 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$122,100
10/08/25
3
1
1,200
806 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$80,000
02/13/26
3
1
1,002
639 Wood Ct, Kankakee, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$94,000
12/04/25
3
1
960
1717 Greenview Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$135,000
12/16/25
3
1
1,200
780 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$95,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,008
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/07/25
3
1
1,440
1065 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$163,800
02/17/26
2
1
999
1809 E Eagle St, Kankakee, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$153,100
03/31/26
3
1
972
540 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$65,000
04/16/26
2
1
826

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
906 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$200,800
3
1.5
1,580
Off Market
982 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$145,900
2
1
1,036
Off Market
1003 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$84,000
3
1
-
Off Market
964 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$147,000
4
3
1,630
Recently Sold
844 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$182,700
3
2
1,044
Off Market
1050 S Nelson Ave #4, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$122,000
3
2
1,200
Recently Sold
1050 S Nelson Ave #5, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$139,100
2
2
1,752
Off Market
1050 S Nelson Ave #2, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$145,000
2
2
1,800
For Sale
1035 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$130,000
3
1
1,200
Off Market
885 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$162,900
3
2
853
Off Market
1043 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$231,800
3
2
1,700
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,000 sqft
$85/sqft
Garage

About this House

Don't Miss Out!!! This is an excellent opportunity to own a spacious 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home in the City of Kankakee. The home is in need of some work, and has a large backyard for entertaining. The property is located near schools, parks, retail, and public transportation.
931 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $80,000 on Sep 30, 2025 (11% below the $89,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $85,000, with a rent estimate of $1,513/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Stratos Rounis, (847) 878-1610
SR Realty Group Inc.
Bought with: Rory Hertzberg, (815) 954-3937, Village Realty, Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12364291

Home Details for 931 S Nelson Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1000 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: No Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170432501100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $89,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 22 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Hertzberg Group

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7257.096 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12364291

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 30, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12364291
Sold
$80,000

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

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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 931 S Nelson Ave

  • What is 931 S Nelson Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 931 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL is $85,000.
  • What is the price history for 931 S Nelson Ave?
    931 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $80,000 in September 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 931 S Nelson Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 931 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 931 S Nelson Ave?
    The lot at 931 S Nelson Ave in Kankakee, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,257 sq ft).

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