997 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
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997 S Evergreen Ave
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,712 sqft

$212,000

Est. Mortgage $1,565/mo*
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$212,000

Est. Mortgage $1,565/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,712 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$124
Listed
17 days ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 997 S Evergreen Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Back on the market and freshly updated, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is ideally located in the desirable Riverview neighborhood, just 2 blocks from Cobb Park. The exterior showcases a well-maintained stucco finish, a fenced front and backyard, and a detached 1.5-car garage. Enjoy peaceful mornings or relaxing evenings on the expansive front porch. Inside, the home retains its character with beautiful original wood trim, historic crown molding, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. French doors open into a unique dining area with built-in shelving. As you explore the interior, you'll notice the freshly refinished flooring throughout the living room and dining room, along with updates to the upstairs bathroom and the screened-in front porch. The kitchen offers solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a conveniently located half bath. Upstairs, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, a large landing, a laundry chute, and access to a partially finished attic. The full basement includes a laundry area, an additional shower, and some updated plumbing and electrical. With these thoughtful updates, this classic home is refreshed, full of character, and ready for its next owner. Schedule your private showing today!

Home Details for 997 S Evergreen Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Concrete,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: 1712 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, DisposalDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Water
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Pool
Pool: Above Ground
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 17

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: American 4-Sq.
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170542301500

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $212,000Price Per Sqft: $124
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12542464
Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Hertzberg Group

Community

Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7013.16 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Financing

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12542464Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractWater ViewWater View: WaterBack On Market Date: Fri Jul 17 2026

Additional Information

ParkTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Paul Kirkpatrick, (815) 405-2964
Exclusive Realtors
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12542464
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated June 2026
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Price History for 997 S Evergreen Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/15/2026$212,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12542464
03/04/2026$212,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12542464
01/07/2026$215,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12542464
08/11/2025$199,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410865
07/25/2025$201,500PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410865
07/16/2025$206,500PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410865
07/03/2025$209,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410865
04/23/2021$130,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11012630
03/11/2021$129,987ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11012630
03/06/2021$129,987Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11012630
06/30/2017$102,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09571789
05/17/2017$109,900PendingAgent Provided
03/22/2017$109,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,044
Assessment$178,734
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 997 S Evergreen Ave

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Sold Date
Bed
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866 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL
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$225,000
08/13/25
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1,768
956 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.18
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$152,000
10/23/25
3
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962
1195 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.20
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$198,000
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2
1,696
1096 S Wildwood Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.10
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$250,000
03/03/26
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1,920
950 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
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$170,000
08/07/25
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941
1131 S Elm Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
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$255,000
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2,083
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.33
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$175,000
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1
1,440
1235 S Lincoln Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.36
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$185,000
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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

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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997 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,712 sqft single-family home built in 1910. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12542464.