981 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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981 S 3rd Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,272 sqft

$212,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,535/mo*
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$212,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,535/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,272 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

981 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,272 sqft single-family home built in 1905. It last sold for $196,000 on Sep 11, 2024 (1% above the $194,999 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $212,800, with a rent estimate of $1,880/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 981 S 3rd Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types 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: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1272 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: SlateNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170641701600

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $194,999
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 05 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12096998

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: NoSource Internet Address DisplayHide Public Remarks
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Dustin Kooy, (815) 954-1346
Village Realty Inc
Bought with: Robert Reyes, Realty of Chicago LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12096998

Price History for 981 S 3rd Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/11/2024$196,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
08/05/2024$194,999ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
07/13/2024$194,999PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
06/28/2024$199,999Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
08/04/2023$138,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11819413
07/03/2023$149,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11819413
06/29/2023$149,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11819413
10/30/2010$109,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/16/2010$109,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/30/2010$116,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,733
Assessment$111,339
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 981 S 3rd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
443 W Water St, Kankakee, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$197,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,252
837 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$180,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,672
957 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$165,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,248
1055 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/21/26
3
1.5
960
1205 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,610
1063 S 8th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$193,700
08/29/25
3
1
1,090
1075 S 7th Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$159,900
04/14/26
3
1
985
964 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$147,500
07/10/25
2
1
1,097

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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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