961 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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OFF MARKET

$198,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,120 sqft

961 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Refi. Payment $1,507/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 20, 2025 for $183,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$198K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$17K (+9.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$15K (+8.3%)
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 +159% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$198K
August 2026$197K
July 2026$197K
June 2026$198K
May 2026$196K
April 2026$194K
March 2026$195K
February 2026$191K
January 2026$188K
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
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/14/26
3
1
985
1145 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$166,500
09/30/25
3
1
1,263
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
520 S Fraser Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/02/25
3
1
1,120
880 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$184,000
08/31/26
3
1.5
1,023
1088 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$179,900
01/12/26
2
1
1,352
580 S Enos Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$182,000
05/01/26
2
1
1,547
1205 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,610

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
790 W Charles St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$176,500
3
2
1,173
Off Market
943 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$166,800
3
1
818
Off Market
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$165,000
3
2
1,248
Recently Sold
985 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$203,700
4
2
1,531
Off Market
650 W Charles St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$97,100
2
2
1,600
Off Market
994 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$203,900
3
2
1,200
Off Market
1063 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$207,700
3
1
1,090
Off Market
1055 S 7th Ave #TH, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$98,500
1
1
-
Off Market
1014 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.13
$158,400
2
1
1,074
Off Market
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$159,900
3
1
985
Recently Sold
1054 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$135,000
2
1
800
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1953
1,120 sqft
$177/sqft
Garage

About this House

A beautiful, well taken care home Located near the Kankakee County Museum, Schools and Gov. Small Memorial Park. This family has lived in this home for 60 plus years. Immaculate hardwood floors in all 3 bedrooms and living room. So much love went into this home from taking care of the yard to everything in this home. The kitchen/dining area has linoleum flooring with older cabinets that are in excellent condition, all appliances stay. A partially finished basement with electric fireplace, a shower, a sink and laundry in basement. A 2 car garage with concrete flooring and comes with garage door openers, and garage also has has nice covered patio to sit under and enjoy your back yard. There is another smaller patio out the back door that would be great for grilling, back yard is also fenced in. Home was built in 1953, windows replaced in Nov 2011, Roof 2015, furnace/Ac 2023. Water heater 2003, washer 2020, dryer 2024, come make this home your home, Home is move in ready.
961 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,120 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $183,000 on Mar 20, 2025 (2% above the $179,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $198,300, with a rent estimate of $1,628/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Donna Gardner, (815) 953-5146
Village Realty Inc
Jeffrey Gardner, (815) 953-5922
Village Realty Inc
Bought with: Maria Arseneau, ABR, (815) 383-2093, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12289364

Home Details for 961 S 8th Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Block,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
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1120 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: In UnitMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Gravel,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 450 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170641201300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $179,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Feb 21 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School: Taft Primary SchoolElementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School: John Kennedy Middle Grade SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 111High School: Kankakee High SchoolHigh School District: 111

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2240 Square Feet

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12289364Activation Date: Tue Feb 18 2025

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 20, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12289364
Sold
$183,000
Feb 21, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12289364
Contingent
$179,900
Feb 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12289364
Listed For Sale
$179,900

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

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 961 S 8th Ave

  • What is 961 S 8th Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 961 S 8th Ave in Kankakee, IL is $198,300.
  • What is the price history for 961 S 8th Ave?
    961 S 8th Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $183,000 in March 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 $185K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • Does 961 S 8th Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 961 S 8th Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 961 S 8th Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 961 S 8th Ave in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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