The median home value in Kankakee, IL is $170,000.
This is
higher than
the county median home value of $168,800.
The national median home value is $338,100.
The average price of homes sold in Kankakee, IL is $170,000.
Approximately 40.51% of Kankakee homes are owned,
compared to 42.5% rented, while
16.99% are vacant.
Kankakee real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale.
Commercial properties are also available.
If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Kankakee real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Investor Alert! This Great home with tons of potential for a savvy investor's next project. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 1 half bath, this home offers a spacious layout with open scenery, allowing for creative renovations. Enjoy picturesque river views from the property, adding a tranquil touch to its charm. With its unique features and ample space, this is an ideal opportunity to transform a diamond in the rough into a profitable flip. This home also features an attached garage, full basement, and a very large yard.
Nice 4 unit building in good condition with separate addresses and separate exterior entrances for lower level. Unit contains 4 -1 bedroom unit's with $2150.00 rent role. Building has a basement for utilities. On site and street parking available.
Welcome to 950 S. Elm Ave. located in Kankakee! This charming all-brick home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Upon entering, there is a cozy enclosed front porch, offering large front windows for natural lighting, making it the perfect spot for reading or enjoying that morning cup of coffee! The welcoming living room is light and bright, and features gorgeous dark wood laminate flooring throughout. This connects into the spacious dining room, perfect for additional seating or entertaining family and friends. The updated kitchen has all stainless-steel appliances, stylish countertops, and a tile backsplash. There are two spacious main floor bedrooms, featuring refinished hardwood floors. These share a full bathroom with a tile surround shower and has cute modern finishes. Heading downstairs, there is nook perfect for coats, shoes, and additional storage! The basement houses the 3rd bedroom, laundry area, a bathroom, and playroom which easily be used as an office, storage, workout area--- you decide! The backyard is fully fenced-in, and leads to the spacious 2.5 detached garage, great for additional storage needs. This home is conveniently located within walking distance to the Kankakee River, trails, tennis courts, parks, and more! Water heater new in 2021. Don't wait, call today for your private showing, and make this home yours!
Charming 3 bedroom 2 full bath home on over .45 acres in El Rancho Subdivision offers perfect blend of comfort and country living. The inviting covered front porch welcomes you into the home, where you will enjoy time in front of the gas fireplace. The full basement is open, bath roughed in, and ready for your personal touch. Driveway and sidewalk new 2016, high efficiency air conditioner and furnace. The yard provides plenty of room for gardening, outdoor activities, or even a backyard oasis. Perfect for those seeking privacy and a tranquil lifestyle while being close to amenities. Property is being sold as-is.
Large 3 bedroom 2 & 1/2 bath home with a finished basement featuring 4th bedroom, oversized 2 1/2 car garage, large fenced yard and patio. Wood burning fireplace in the oversized living room, hardwood floors in dining room, stainless steel appliances in kitchen, large breakfast room. 3 extremely large bedrooms upstairs, full bath. Basement has a large laundry room, 4th bedroom, workroom & mechanical room with a good sized recreation room too! Nice location in West Kankakee and a great, wide street. New sewer line from street installed 2022. Sold AS-IS.
Open House:
Saturday, 1/11 5:00-7:00PM
Historic, Charm & Character As Soon As You Walk Up To This Home! Located On The West Side of Kankakee Across From The River, This Location Is Sure To Please! Boasting 1668 Square Feet, This Traditional Historic Home Has Features Such As: Step Into The Front Foyer To Witness A Stunning Curved White Staircase & Beautiful Candle Light Fixture / Separate Family Room & Dining Room With Grand Ceilings, Crown Moulding Throughout & Original Hardwood Flooring / PVC Windows Throughout Home / Bright Kitchen Freshly Painted, Stainless Steel Dishwasher & New Fan-Light Fixture / Updated Half Bath On Main Level / Follow The Spindled Curved Stairs Up To A Loft Or Siting Area / 2 Generous Sized Bedrooms With High Ceilings, Ceiling Fans, Floor to Near Ceiling Windows, Hardwood Floors & 1 Bedroom with Double Closets / Full Rehabbed Main Bathroom, Down To The Studs in 2014, With Lovely Ceramic Flooring, Floor To Ceiling Window, Crown Moulding, & Jet Tub With Full Tile Surround Shower / Walk In Hall Closet / Clean Basement with Washer, Dryer & Utility Sink / 2 Newer AC Units & 2 Furnaces in 2019 / Updated Electrical / Step Out Back To Your Fully Fenced In Backyard With Wood Deck & Private PVC Fencing. Large Detached 2.5 Garage With Roof & Resided About 7 Years Ago With Off The Alley With Parking / Start The New Year Off With A Deal Of A Lifetime ~ Historic Homes Like These Dont Come Up Often! Call Your Realtor Today For A Tour! **Plz Note, No Tax Exemptions, So If They Apply To You, Taxes Will Decrease**NOT IN FLOOD ZONE
The owner has thoroughly loved the construction of this home. The large front porch greets you to the sunroom. The sunroom living room with fireplace and bedrooms, all have hardwood flooring ready for you to refinish. The spacious kitchen has plenty of room for your dinette table. Both bedrooms are large and the back bedroom has sliders that lead to the enclosed porch. You may gain access to the porch from either the bedroom or the kitchen. It leads to the backyard that Has some fencing. Large Garage w/loft storage! Full basemen! Updates include new roof in 2022 and new water heater in 2021. Charming House, call today for your private showing.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE - income producing property currently rented by section 8 tenant that has been there for more than 8 years..
**All-New Ranch Home - Move-In Ready! This beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is essentially brand-new construction, brought down to the studs and rebuilt with unparalleled craftsmanship and care. Every detail has been thoughtfully addressed to provide you with a worry-free living experience. **Highlights:** Brand New Asphalt Driveway. **New Windows**. **New Framing & Insulation**: Modernized for efficiency and comfort. **Completely Updated Mechanicals**: Brand-new HVAC, New Plumbing (including meter, sewer & water service from street to property & clean out), and New Electrical (conduit & wiring including overhead service, meter, panel & garage) ensure reliability for years to come. **Stunning Kitchen**: Outfitted with newer appliances, sleek finishes and a waterfall sink that make cooking a joy. **Peace of Mind**: Enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle in a home where nothing has been overlooked. This home is a labor of love, remodeled with extraordinary attention to detail and quality. You simply won't find another property like it! Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a fresh start in a move-in-ready space. Schedule your showing today and make this stunning ranch yours before it's gone!
Gorgeous totally redone ranch style home down to the studs, with 4 bedrooms including 2 up and 2 in the full finished basement, 2 new full bath, full finished basement with another head quarter can fit for in laws or teenagers with 2 potential bedrooms with nice size closets, laundry room, full bathroom and family room with gas connection for potential second kitchen if needed. Beautiful vinyl water proof floorings throughout. Most of the electric plugs are equipped with USB phone chargers. This ranch is so beautiful and has a great contemporary colors and theme, with brand new everything, the list is too long, new roof, new dry wall, new doors and most windows, new gorgeous white kitchen cabinets with Quartz counters and top of the line stainless appliances, New water heater and furnace, new electric with 220 Amp service and brand new circuit breakers, brand new window treatments, A/C ready, fenced yard with concrete pad from the alley that can fit more than 3 cars. Come see us today, Call for your private showing!
2 Bedroom 2 Story with full basement. New Furnace and duct work, coil is present for A/C, and Circuit Breaker Electric. Interior of house needs work. 1 car detached garage. Sold "As Is" Water Heater is not hooked up but is new. Great investment property!
Beautiful 2 Flat Building, Fully rented. Each unit has Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Roof replaced 7 years ago. Bathrooms updated. Each tenant pays their own electric bill. Owner pays water, and gas. Sold As-Is, but in terrific condition.
Discover the perfect blend of history, charm, and modern functionality in this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Victorian home, ideally situated just 10 minutes south of town. Nestled on a spacious 4-acre property, this late-1800s masterpiece offers a tranquil rural lifestyle complete with a poultry coop, corn crib, and a serene grotto. From the moment you arrive via the circular driveway, you'll be greeted by the airy 3-season room and welcomed through the ornate 130-year-old front door featuring intricate woodwork and rosettes. Step inside and marvel at the original craftsmanship throughout-10ft high ceilings, a stately staircase with antique newel posts and spindles, and elegant wainscot walls. Family Room features beveled transom details, a gas cast-iron stove with the original mantle and surround, and high baseboards add timeless character. Crown and dental molding accents in dining room, wainscot walls, and a charming pass-thru to the kitchen evoke cherished gatherings. New updated, eat-in kitchen with a convenient butler's pantry and additional walk-in pantry closet, there's no shortage of storage space. The main floor also includes a full bath, a laundry room, a spacious living room, and an enclosed back porch offering peaceful views of the vast acreage behind. Head upstairs via one of two separate staircases to find four generously sized bedrooms, several with multiple closets, a full bathroom, and a cozy study-perfect for quiet reading or home office needs. The full-size 44ft x 19ft attic offers incredible potential for storage or future expansion. The 6ft deep lookout basement is equipped with all the essentials, featuring updated electrical systems, a fine-working boiler, a backup hand-pumping well, and an 11kW Generac Generator. Your workspace is complete with a workbench and exterior access. Award-winning barn quilt featured on the Kankakee County Barn Quilt Tour. Spacious back acreage surrounded by serene greenery and a grove of trees. With three porches (two enclosed and one traditional), modern vinyl replacement windows, and a location close to a small local airport, this property offers convenience and style without sacrificing its timeless charm. Schedule your showing today and experience the possibilities this exceptional property holds!
Treat yourself to a NEW HOME in the NEW YEAR! Stepping through the front door you'll see THE SPACE this home has! The living room is spacious and has a LARGE PICTURE WINDOW. The living room flows into the formal DINING ROOM and the EAT-IN KITCHEN with lots of counter space as well as cabinet space and STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES! Walk up the steps to the 3 SPACIOUS BEDROOMS and both full bathrooms, including the MASTER BATH. The lower level has the 1/2 bath, utility room and a LARGE FAMILY ROOM with extra sitting area and a gas start WOODBURNING FIREPLACE. This great trilevel is situated on a CORNER LOT with a FENCED IN YARD! The 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE has a concrete driveway with enough space for 4 CARS. Some of the RECENT UPDATES include the new stainless steel refrigerator - 2024, NEW GARAGE DOOR - 2024, newer 40 gallon gas water heater, NEWER FURNACE - 2021 and BRAND NEW ROOF (1 layer) and front gutters - 2024! Located only a few blocks away from the CROWN JEWEL PARK of Kankakee! Also, close to RIVERVIEW HISTORIC DISTRICT! Nearby are 2 RIVERFRONT PARKS with walking trails, 8 tennis courts, baseball fields, 3 PICKLEBALL COURTS & shuffleboard. Plus the BOAT CLUB with boat launches, the COUNTRY CLUB, Frank Lloyd Wright's first PRAIRIE DESIGNED B. Harley Bradley house, the KANKAKEE RIVER and the Kankakee Riverfront Trail BIKE TRAIL. The nearby Kankakee River is part of the National Water Trail, great for KAYAKING, canoeing, boating, WATER SKIING, jet skis, etc. Only minutes from Aroma Park which is home to RYAN'S PIER, home of one of the best burgers in Kankakee County, Berkots grocery store, FIRST TRUST BANK, BOAT CLUB and more. Also close to 90 acre Waldron Arboretum & CLOSE TO to 46 acre Shannon Bayou for walking, biking and ENJOYING NATURE including the Kankakee River! Also, close to the highly rated Kankakee FARMERS MARKET in downtown Kankakee and DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT along with great businesses like art galleries, A WINE & CRAFT BEER BOUTIQUE, a refurbished vintage theater, a BOUTIQUE CLOTHING STORE, an indoor mall with a pub and a wine bar plus ICE CREAM SHOP and more! Plus the RIVERFRONT MASTER PLAN with the East Riverwalk! Kankakee School District offers MORE PROGRAM CHOICES than any other area school district. Unique choices like MAGNET & MONTESSORI, the Culinary Arts with the KAYS KITCHEN FOOD TRUCK to give students Culinary or BUSINESS EXPERIENCE and Kankakee Kays Battalion JROTC. Experience Kankakee and its MANY AMENITIES while traveling only about an hour to downtown Chicago. Ask for the 1 year AHS HOME WARRANTY! Start Packin'!
This beautifully renovated property offers a fantastic investment opportunity or the perfect place to call home for House Hackers. Recent updates include exterior and interior paint, new flooring throughout, and modernized kitchens and bathrooms. Conveniently located near the West Side, close to schools, shopping, grocery stores, hospitals, and downtown. Just two blocks from the bus line and only five minutes to the commuter train. Newer hot water heater and a brand new furnace. Sold "AS IS" - Don't miss out on this opportunity! Schedule your appointment with Nicholas Today!
Adorable 1.5 story home full basement. Since 6/24 new plumbing; wood laminate flooring; new bathroom tub, flooring and vanity; and 2nd floor has new windows and carpeting. Since 2023, new vinyl siding, soffits, facia, gutters, first floor thermal windows, and electric meter. Two 22.5 Seer 97 efficient Electric Mini-split Heating and Air units on first floor. The second floor will have electric baseboard heating. LED lights with remote light switches. Come check out this clean home ready for you.
Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom brick ranch-style home. With new flooring throughout, this home is move-in ready and waiting for your personal touch! Enjoy the convenience of single-level living, with a spacious layout. The bright and inviting living area is perfect for relaxing while the full basement provides plenty of room for storage or potential expansion. Schedule your showing today!
Open House:
Sunday, 1/12 6:00-8:00PM
Discover the potential in this charming ranch-style brick home situated on a fenced-in corner lot. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (including one in the basement), a spacious kitchen with room for a dining table, and a large living room complete with a cozy fireplace. This home also offers an attached one-car garage. While it may need some work and some updating, it's full of possibilities to make it your own. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Call today for your private showing!
Riverside Retreat on 2.11 Scenic Acres! Escape to your private oasis along the Kankakee River! This charming ranch home offers 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a partially finished basement complete with a dry bar. The spacious kitchen and primary bedroom both provide access to a large back deck, ideal for soaking in the serene views of your fenced 2+ acre yard. Kitchen and bathrooms have granite counters, stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, along with a Butler pantry full of cabinet storage, and a two-year-old whole house generator for peace of mind! Enjoy your cozy family room with stone wall fireplace perfect for cool winter evenings! The property includes a versatile 17 x 21 outbuilding to suit your hobbies or storage needs, plus a shed, while the riverfront setting offers endless outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance with no neighbors on one side, just open farmland. Nature lovers will appreciate being minutes from Kankakee State Park, where hiking, camping, and cross-country skiing await. This home's abundant windows invite natural light and frame picturesque views, creating a tranquil retreat you'll love to call home. Don't miss this unique opportunity for riverside living! Schedule your showing today. Please note home will be removed from flood plain soon as letter of map amendment has been obtained.
Beautiful care free first floor Condo in great location, clean and ready for the new buyers, So affordable! with Condo association amount paid monthly to include your Gas, water, sewer, trash, lawn care, snow removal and outside maintenance. Owner just pays electric. Great kitchen with pantry closet and newer island with breakfast nock, nice size pantry closet. Newer Slider door opens to patio w/ beautiful outside landscaped area and mature trees, newer central air and furnace, newer floors, newer ceiling fan in living room, newer water heater and plumbing 3 years ago. Newer stainless dishwasher! Call today for your private showing! Sold as is!
Welcome to 595 S Curtis in Kankakee! Situated on a spacious corner lot, this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfort, functionality, and versatility. The first floor features two bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private, handicap-accessible bathroom. The third bedroom, located in the upstairs loft, offers additional space for guests, hobbies, or an office. The layout is thoughtfully designed with convenience in mind, including a first-floor laundry closet near the primary bedroom. The kitchen is bright and airy with plenty of natural light and comes complete with all appliances, making it ready to enjoy from day one. A separate dining room leads seamlessly into the cozy family room, while the living room, located just off the kitchen, features a charming wood-burning stove for warmth and character. Enjoy quiet mornings or evenings on the inviting screened front porch. The full basement offers approximately 1,500 square feet of space with exterior access, perfect for storage, recreation, or future finishing. Additional highlights include a detached two-car garage, a water heater installed in 2015, and a corner lot location that enhances privacy and curb appeal. With so much to offer, this home is a perfect match for those seeking space, charm, and practicality. Don't miss out-schedule your showing today!
DEEP RIVERVIEW charmer! Loads of original woodwork! Wood flooring! Main floor bathroom! Four generous sized bedrooms! Two full baths! Remodeled kitchen! Formal dining room! Impressive entry foyer! Covered front porch! Full basement! Walk up attic is fantastic storage or potential additional living space! Massive, fenced yard! Situated in the Historic Deep Riverview area. Charming gas style street lighting. Close to parks and easy access for a stroll along the river! Long time family home being offered for sale for the first time in many years!
Turn key home like not many others. This home has too many updates to ignore. In 2017, you have new roof, gutters, fascia, siding, windows, plumbing, and exterior sealing/painting. Since then, as recent as 2023 you have new flooring, drywall/trim, bathrooms, kitchen, and lighting (both recessed LED and fixtures). Nice open and flowing layout on the main level starting with the enclosed/finished front porch to lead into the living room and dining room. There is also an unfinished attic that is lighted and ideal for a nice sized storage area as well as the full dry unfinished basement with high ceilings and newer lighting throughout. Basement even has a creative bathroom added to it with full use. Huge backyard with off-alley parking as well. Low taxes and not much work to do besides move-in! Don't wait or it will be too late.
This charming 3-bedroom, 1.1 bath, two-story home offers endless potential for investors looking to expand their portfolio or for those ready to tackle their next flip. Located just steps from a serene, park-like lot and minutes from downtown Kankakee, this property boasts a prime location with easy access to I-57 and the AMTRAK station, making it appealing to future renters or buyers. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors that add character and charm, a spacious kitchen with an original pantry perfect for modern updates, and a full unfinished basement offering additional space for storage or creative renovation ideas. The detached 2-car garage adds extra value and convenience. With its close proximity to parks, amenities, and transportation, this property is ideal for those looking to create a highly desirable rental or a beautifully updated home for resale. Don't miss out on this opportunity-schedule your showing today and bring your vision to life!
Discover the charm and tranquility of this beautiful ranch home perfectly nestled on a quiet street in West Kankakee. This immaculate ranch also has a full basement and features a large eat in kitchen, family room, gas fireplace and a large master bedroom with vinyl plank flooring throughout for low maintenance living space. Freshly painted interior with modern touches ready for your personal style. Large full basement has high ceilings. This home was also built to be handicap accessible with wide hallways & oversized doorways. The yard has beautiful landscaping and a sprinkler system. This move-in ready home combines comfort and elegance in a peaceful setting. Ideal for those seeking one-level living in a beautiful neighborhood. The gorgeous backyard is perfect for relaxing or entertaining that has trees lining the rear of the property adding privacy and a serene natural setting. Schedule your showing today!