NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1217 S 7th Ave Kankakee, IL 60901

Estimated Value: $157,000 - $193,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,073 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 5, 2025

Last sale price $169,900 $158 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,204 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Ranch Style House
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Property is near park
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch

About This Home

As of September 2025

Charming All-Brick Residence in Desirable West Kankakee! Welcome to this beautifully maintained and move-in ready 2-bedroom home nestled in the heart of West Kankakee. From the moment you step inside, you'll be impressed by the open and inviting living room, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The thoughtfully designed eat-in kitchen features ample cabinetry, newer countertops, and modern appliances, creating a bright and functional space for everyday living. Newer floor tile flows seamlessly throughout, adding both style and easy maintenance. A conveniently located utility room just off the kitchen houses the washer, dryer, furnace, and water heater-ensuring everything you need is within reach. Retreat to the spacious primary bedroom, complete with gleaming hardwood floors and a generously sized closet. The second bedroom also offers beautiful hardwood flooring and plenty of natural light-perfect for a guest room, home office, or nursery. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, perfect for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing in your own private outdoor space. Need extra storage or workspace? You'll love the two separate garages, accessible from the alley, providing flexibility and convenience. Location, lifestyle, and leisure! Living in Kankakee County means you're minutes away from top local attractions including the Splash Valley Aquatic Center, multiple scenic parks, the Illinois Railroad Museum, Farmers Markets, movie theaters, live music in the parks, the Children's Museum, Kankakee County Museum, the unique Vintage Purse Museum, golf courses, and a year-round calendar full of festivals and parades. Don't miss your opportunity to own this delightful home and experience all that Kankakee County has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dondi Maricle

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty License #475121783 Listed on: 07/11/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelly Winterroth

McColly Bennett Real Estate License #475123080

McColly Bennett Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,474

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,073 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Unfinished Attic
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Kankakee High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,474

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • LivingArea: 1073
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1073
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1073
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • OtherStructures: Garage(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Gravel, Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • High School: Kankakee High School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X150
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3473.76
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2025
Closed on
Sep 5, 2025
Sold by
Kennedy Richard and Kennedy Julie
Bought by
Osteen Brenda L
Seller's Agent
Dondi Maricle
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Winterroth
McColly Bennett Real Estate
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$169,900
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
$172,525

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,625
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.50%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2022
Closed on
Jul 20, 2022
Sold by
Trust Number 2669
Bought by
Kennedy Richard and Kennedy Julie
Seller's Agent
Berry McCracken
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dondi Maricle
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
List Price
$116,987
Sold Price
$119,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,013
1.72%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2016
Sold by
Live Well Finl Inc
Bought by
Municipal Trust & Svgs Bk Tr 2669
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Osteen Brenda L $170,000 Khs Title
Kennedy Richard $119,000 Kankakee County Title
Municipal Trust & Svgs Bk Tr 2669 -- Premier Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/05/2025 09/05/25 Sold $169,900 0.0% $158 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2025 07/11/25 For Sale $169,900 +42.8% $158 / Sq Ft
08/15/2022 08/15/22 Sold $119,000 +1.7% $127 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/09/2022 06/09/22 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2022 06/04/22 For Sale $116,987 +192.5% $125 / Sq Ft
07/28/2016 07/28/16 Sold $40,000 -11.1% $43 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/22/2016 06/22/16 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2016 06/16/16 Price Changed $45,000 -18.3% $48 / Sq Ft
05/13/2016 05/13/16 For Sale $55,100 -- $59 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,474 $45,834 $6,395 $39,439
2024 $3,474 $40,382 $5,634 $34,748
2023 $3,193 $35,975 $5,019 $30,956
2022 $3,718 $31,488 $4,393 $27,095
2021 $4,039 $28,496 $3,976 $24,520
2020 $3,746 $25,614 $3,574 $22,040
2019 $3,571 $23,827 $3,325 $20,502
2018 $3,438 $22,062 $3,079 $18,983
2017 $3,850 $21,576 $3,011 $18,565
2016 $3,608 $21,153 $2,952 $18,201
2015 $3,688 $22,841 $3,012 $19,829
2014 $2,237 $25,378 $3,012 $22,366
2013 -- $28,276 $3,138 $25,138
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12417405

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-17-06-433-015

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