950 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
SOLD
AUG 7, 2025

950 S Elm Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 941 sqft

$170,000

Last Sold: Aug 7, 2025
5% over list $163K
$181/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,241/mo*
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$170,000

Last Sold: Aug 7, 2025
5% over list $163K
$181/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,241/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
941 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 950 S. Elm Ave. located in Kankakee! This charming all-brick home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Upon entering, there is a cozy enclosed front porch, offering large front windows for natural lighting, making it the perfect spot for reading or enjoying that morning cup of coffee! The welcoming living room is light and bright, and features gorgeous dark wood laminate flooring throughout. This connects into the spacious dining room, perfect for additional seating or entertaining family and friends. The updated kitchen has all stainless-steel appliances, stylish countertops, and a tile backsplash. There are two spacious main floor bedrooms, featuring refinished hardwood floors. These share a full bathroom with a tile surround shower and has cute modern finishes. Heading downstairs, there is nook perfect for coats, shoes, and additional storage! The basement houses the 3rd bedroom, laundry area, a bathroom, and playroom which easily be used as an office, storage, workout area--- you decide! The backyard is fully fenced-in, and leads to the spacious 2.5 detached garage, great for additional storage needs. This home is conveniently located within walking distance to the Kankakee River, trails, tennis courts, parks, and more! Water heater new in 2021. Don't wait, call today for your private showing, and make this home yours!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 08, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$181/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 950 S Elm Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Play Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 941 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In UnitRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio, PorchFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6.5Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Street,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 176 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170542600500

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $162,500Price Per Sqft: $181/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jan 14 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: Allison Ascher

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1117 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12265430

Additional Information

ParkTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Allison Ascher, (815) 298-4097
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Ashley Zalewski, (708) 296-3109, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12265430

Price History for 950 S Elm Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/07/2025$170,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265430
01/14/2025$162,500ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265430
01/07/2025$162,500Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12265430
05/07/2021$109,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11024518
07/05/2019$85,000Sold
N/A
06/28/2013$79,000Sold
N/A
05/20/2012$31,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/20/2012$31,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/15/2012$31,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/19/2012$31,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/30/2011$35,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/02/2011$74,539Sold
N/A
03/22/2011$47,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/20/2011$47,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/08/2010$57,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated April 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,389
Assessment$129,381
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 950 S Elm Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
956 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$152,000
10/23/25
3
1.5
962
1065 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$163,800
02/17/26
2
1
999
1134 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/05/26
2
1.5
1,000
780 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$95,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,008
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/07/25
3
1
1,440
1235 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/30/25
3
1.5
1,398
1163 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$170,000
06/27/25
3
2.5
1,458
806 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$80,000
02/13/26
3
1
1,002

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What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 210 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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950 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 941 sqft single-family home built in 1925. This property is not currently available for sale. 950 S Elm Ave was last sold on Aug 7, 2025 for $170,000 (5% higher than the asking price of $162,500). The current Trulia Estimate for 950 S Elm Ave is $178,000.