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

980 S 5th Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,200 sqft

$154,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,163/mo*
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$154,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,163/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 sqft

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
1905
Living Area
1,200 sqft
Price/Sqft
$129

About this House

This single-family home is located at 980 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL. 980 S 5th Ave is in Kankakee, IL and in ZIP code 60901. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,200 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7500 sqft and was built in 1905.
980 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,200 sqft single-family home built in 1905. It last sold for $109,900 on Aug 5, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $154,900, with a rent estimate of $1,793/month.

Home Details for 980 S 5th Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Price History for 980 S 5th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/05/2022$109,900Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11463643
07/18/2022$109,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11463643
07/14/2022$109,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11463643
01/25/2019$63,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10161897
01/13/2019$70,000PendingAgent Provided
12/31/2018$70,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/18/2012$57,500Sold
N/A
10/28/2011$59,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/08/2011$65,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/12/2011$70,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,778
Assessment$95,856
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 980 S 5th Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,672
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$197,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,252
1320 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$91,500
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,188
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$100,000
08/22/25
2
3
1,488
1103 S 5th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$180,000
04/13/26
3
1
1,063
1205 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,610
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
575 S Wall St, Kankakee, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,180

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Assigned Schools

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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

  • 37 % 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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