953 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
OFF MARKET

$131,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,500 sqft

953 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,000/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 12, 2010 for $55,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$132K
Since last month
Decreased$10K (-6.7%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+2.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$78K (+142.2%)
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 +169% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$133K
July 2026$143K
June 2026$144K
May 2026$141K
April 2026$134K
March 2026$131K
February 2026$127K
January 2026$125K
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
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,672
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$197,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,252
347 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$65,000
11/14/25
2
2
787
1205 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,610
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$63,000
10/02/25
2
1
1,400
1103 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$180,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,063
575 S Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,180

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
1005 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$206,200
3
3
1,371
Off Market
486 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$157,100
2
1
1,288
Off Market
928 S 5th Ave #TH, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$194,500
3
2
1,314
Off Market
1042 S 6th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$147,700
3
1
978
Off Market
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$110,000
3
1.5
960
Recently Sold
394 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$219,700
4
3
1,726
Off Market
891 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$155,800
2
1
962
Off Market
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$125,300
2
3
1,488
Off Market
994 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$201,200
3
2
1,200
Off Market
1014 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$159,600
2
1
1,074
Off Market
833 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$143,800
2
1
950
Off Market
981 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.15
$212,700
3
1.5
1,272
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1885
Living Area
1,500 sqft
Price/Sqft
$88
Parking
None

About this House

Great family home with a 30'x 14' family room. Lots of Oak cabinets in the kitchen with wood flooring. Master bedroom on the main level with additional connecting room. Two additional bedrooms upstairs with a loft area and 1/2 bath. There is an enclosed front porch and wood deck in the back. Unfinished basement with w/d hookups and usable space. Large fenced in backyard! NO PETS. 1 YEAR LEASE. NO SMOKING INSIDE.

NO PETS! NO SMOKING INSIDE! ONE YEAR LEASE.
953 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home built in 1885. It last sold for $55,000 on Aug 12, 2010. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2023 with an asking price of $1,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 23, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $131,800, with a rent estimate of $1,810/month.

Home Details for 953 S 5th Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1885
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 23, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Mar 15, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,400
Mar 24, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Dec 19, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,100
Nov 12, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,100

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 953 S 5th Ave

  • What is 953 S 5th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 953 S 5th Ave in Kankakee, IL is $131,800.
  • What is the price history for 953 S 5th Ave?
    953 S 5th Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $55,000 in August 2010.
  • 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 953 S 5th Ave?
    The lot at 953 S 5th Ave in Kankakee, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,500 sq ft).

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