$219,000
SOLD OCT 1, 2025

1288 N Tower Rd Kankakee, IL 60901

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,064 Sq Ft
1966 Built

Recently Sold

$206 Per Sq Ft

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Ranch Style House
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Property is near park
  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to this charming home located in the desirable Limestone Township, within the Herscher School District. This residence boasts a welcoming living room enhanced by elegant French doors. The home features three comfortable bedrooms, each with original hardwood flooring that adds warmth and character. Both full bathrooms have been thoughtfully upgraded with ADA-compliant toilets for modern convenience and accessibility. Storage is abundant throughout the home, with generous closet space, a large attic, and a 5.5-foot deep walk-in crawl space. The attached two-car garage includes a ramp for easy access into the home, making it accessible for everyone. The galley kitchen includes all appliances except for a the microwave, while the separate dining room, complete with sliding doors, opens up to a spacious fenced-in backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Recent updates include a new roof, multiple windows, a hot water heater, and sliding doors, all completed around 2017. The well pump is just five years old. Don't forget to inquire about the one-year home warranty for added peace of mind. This home combines comfort, accessibility, and practicality in a lovely setting-schedule your visit today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lynn Randazzo

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty License #471020052 Listed on: 08/11/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Marla Good

Keller Williams Preferred Realty License #471009785

Keller Williams Preferred Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,770

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 90 x 171
  • Fenced
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House

Interior Spaces

  • 1,064 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Attic
  • Range with Range Hood

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • Ramp on the main level

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near park

Community Details

  • Vaughndale Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,770

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

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
  • Subdivision Name: Vaughndale
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • 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, Range Hood
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Accessibility Features: Ramp - Main Level
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: French Doors, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 1064
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 90 X 171
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2769.52
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Horrell Susan
Bought by
Arseneau Michael E and Arseneau Kathaline
Seller's Agent
Lynn Randazzo
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Buyer's Agent
Marla Good
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$219,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-0.41%
Views
1860
Current Estimated Value
$216,534

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,466
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.43%
Original Mortgage
$215,033
Outstanding Balance
$215,033
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,501

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2005
Sold by
Rockis Joseph B & A P Trust
Bought by
Horrell Susan F
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $219,000 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $125,000 Standard Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $215,033 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/01/2025 10/01/25 Sold $219,000 +1.4% $206 / Sq Ft
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Price Changed $216,000 -1.8% $203 / Sq Ft
08/11/2025 08/11/25 For Sale $219,900 -- $207 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $2,770 $57,572 $6,167 $51,405
2023 $3,145 $52,819 $5,658 $47,161
2022 $2,915 $48,794 $5,227 $43,567
2021 $2,823 $46,581 $4,990 $41,591
2020 $3,188 $45,667 $4,892 $40,775
2019 $3,142 $44,882 $4,808 $40,074
2018 $3,091 $44,219 $4,737 $39,482
2017 $3,063 $43,566 $4,667 $38,899
2016 $2,989 $42,400 $4,542 $37,858
2015 $2,788 $41,366 $4,431 $36,935
2014 $2,805 $42,210 $4,521 $37,689
2013 -- $42,853 $4,590 $38,263
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12443628

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 07-08-25-301-010