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

981 S 3rd Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,272 sqft

$212,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,557/mo*
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$212,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,557/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,272 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$213K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$3K (+1.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$15K (+7.6%)
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 +267% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$211K
July 2026$212K
June 2026$213K
May 2026$213K
April 2026$208K
March 2026$209K
February 2026$210K
January 2026$206K
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
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
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$154,900
07/31/26
3
1
1,802
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
370 W Jeffery St, Kankakee, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$165,000
08/07/26
3
2
1,244

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
943 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.03
$124,800
3
2
-
Off Market
904 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$123,300
2
3
1,488
Off Market
1035 S 3rd Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$154,900
3
1
1,802
Recently Sold
394 W Hawkins St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$221,200
4
3
1,726
Off Market
964 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$149,300
2
1
1,097
Off Market
940 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$66,000
2
1
1,400
Off Market
932 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$62,800
3
1
1,500
Off Market
880 S 4th Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$119,200
2
1
816
Off Market
1057 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$170,300
3
1.5
1,400
Off Market
1020 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$149,100
2
1
1,242
Off Market
835 S Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$123,200
3
2
1,188
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 981 S 3rd Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1905
Living Area
1,272 sqft
Price/Sqft
$167
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

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 $212,600, with a rent estimate of $1,822/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 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

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
View
No View

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

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
Sold
$196,000
Aug 5, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
Contingent
$194,999
Jul 13, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
PriceChange
$194,999
Price decreased by 3%
Jun 28, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12096998
Listed For Sale
$199,999
Aug 4, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11819413
Sold
$138,000

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 981 S 3rd Ave

  • What is 981 S 3rd Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 981 S 3rd Ave in Kankakee, IL is $212,600.
  • What is the price history for 981 S 3rd Ave?
    981 S 3rd Ave in Kankakee, IL last sold for $196,000 in September 2024.
  • 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.
  • Does 981 S 3rd Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 981 S 3rd Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 981 S 3rd Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 981 S 3rd Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.

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