984 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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UNDER CONTRACT

$174,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,225 sqft

984 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Est. Mortgage $1,349/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
$143/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 984 S Poplar Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Generously sized master bedroomFresh paintNew carpetButcher block countertopsVinyl sidingNewer tub
Discover charm and character in this well-maintained three bedroom, two bathroom two-story home in the desirable Riverview area of Kankakee, where original architectural details blend seamlessly with smart updates. You're welcomed by a spacious front porch with a built-in swing, opening into a bright living room featuring beautiful hardwood flooring that extends through the dining area. The functional kitchen includes solid wood cabinetry, butcher block countertops, stainless steel sink with a new faucet, refrigerator, and stove included. The updated bathroom showcases custom tile work, a newer tub, and a vanity with original trim and built-in medicine cabinets. Two comfortable bedrooms occupy the first floor, while upstairs features a generously sized master bedroom with a full bathroom, stand-up shower, spacious walk-in closet, fresh paint, new ceiling fans, and new carpet. The detached one and a half car garage with new roof includes generous storage space on the second story. Complete with a brand new roof on the home, plus vinyl siding, this property offers excellent value in a wonderful neighborhood and is ready for immediate occupancy.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Paul Kirkpatrick, (815) 405-2964
Exclusive Realtors
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12696150
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 984 S Poplar Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,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: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1225 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 80

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170542700800

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $174,900Price Per Sqft: $143
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12696150

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Financing

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12696150Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractBack On Market Date: Mon Aug 03 2026

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Around this home

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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

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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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$171K
Since last month
Decreased$400 (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$39K (+29.7%)
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 +228% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$172K
August 2026$172K
July 2026$179K
June 2026$135K
May 2026$142K
April 2026$141K
March 2026$148K
February 2026$146K
January 2026$136K
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
956 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$152,000
10/23/25
3
1.5
962
780 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$95,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,008
1235 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$185,000
12/30/25
3
1.5
1,398
1179 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$235,000
05/28/26
3
2
824
1131 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$255,000
01/13/26
3
1.5
2,083
1035 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$122,100
10/08/25
3
1
1,200
657 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$45,000
05/13/26
3
2
1,452
997 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$212,000
09/18/26
3
1.5
1,712
964 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$147,000
12/19/25
4
3
1,630
995 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$236,900
12/29/25
4
3
1,800

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
964 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$147,000
4
3
1,630
Recently Sold
995 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$236,900
4
3
1,800
Recently Sold
1068 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$167,500
4
1
1,102
Off Market
1035 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$130,500
3
1
1,200
Off Market
935 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.06
$167,300
3
3
1,443
Off Market
1043 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$231,500
3
2
1,700
Off Market
1065 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$163,800
2
1
999
Recently Sold
1004 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$224,500
3
2
1,316
Off Market
956 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$161,600
3
1.5
962
Off Market
1040 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$256,200
3
3
1,518
Off Market
1100 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$239,700
2
1.5
1,892
Off Market
950 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.07
$182,400
3
1.5
941
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12696150
Contingent
$174,900
Aug 20, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12696150
PriceChange
$174,900
Price decreased by 3%
Aug 3, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12696150
PendingToActive
$179,900
Jul 16, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12696150
Contingent
$179,900
Jul 6, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12696150
Listed For Sale
$179,900

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Frequently asked questions about 984 S Poplar Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 984 S Poplar Ave?
    Based on a $174,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 984 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL is approximately $1,380 (about $980 principal & interest, $325 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 984 S Poplar Ave compare to homes in Kankakee?
    984 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL is listed at $174,900, about 6% below the $185K median sale price in Kankakee.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Kankakee, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 984 S Poplar Ave?
    The closest schools to 984 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL are Kankakee High School (rated 4/10), Kankakee Junior High School (rated 4/10), King Middle Grade School (Elementary, rated 4/10).
  • Does 984 S Poplar Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 984 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 984 S Poplar Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 984 S Poplar Ave in Kankakee, IL has laundry facilities.
984 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,225 sqft single-family home. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 6, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12696150.