$190,000
SOLD FEB 13, 2025

544 S May Ave Kankakee, IL 60901

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,393 Sq Ft
7,492 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$79 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bonus Room
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2-minute walk to River Road Park

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to 544 South May Avenue, Kankakee-a home where charm meets opportunity! From the moment you walk through the door, you'll notice the warmth and character of this lovingly maintained two-story home. Gleaming hardwood floors in the main living room immediately draw your attention, reflecting the care and quality that have been invested here. The heart of this home is its bright and functional kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and plenty of space for meal prep and gatherings. Just off the kitchen, a cozy family room with a sliding door opens to a spacious back patio-perfect for hosting summer barbecues or relaxing with a morning coffee. The fully fenced yard provides privacy and plenty of space for outdoor activities. With three bedrooms, potentially four, this home offers the flexibility you need. The upstairs primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, a convenient half bath, and additional storage. The secondary bedrooms are generously sized, offering space to suit any lifestyle, whether it's a quiet retreat or a creative workspace. The partially finished basement is brimming with possibilities! A bonus room is ideal for a home-based business or hobby room, while the finished family room, wired for surround sound, is the ultimate spot for movie nights or game days. The basement also includes a full bathroom, a utility room with washer and dryer hookups, and plenty of storage space to keep everything organized. Step outside to find even more to love-a detached 2.5-car garage and a storage shed provide ample space for all your tools and toys. The property's layout is designed to make life easy, from entertaining friends to enjoying quiet evenings at home. This home is more than a place to live; it's a place to grow, create, and thrive. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make 544 South May Avenue your own. Call today to schedule your private showing and experience all this home has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rory Hertzberg

Village Realty, Inc License #475168321 Listed on: 01/19/2025

Village Realty, Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Norman Gaskin

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty License #475189326

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,876

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 150 x 50
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,393 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,876

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 642
  • LivingArea: 2393
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet, Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2217
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1575
  • Basement Sq Ft: 818
  • Square Footage Comments: Buyer to verify sq ft
  • Total Sq Ft: 2393
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 176
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 562
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1013
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • List Price: 184900
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 111

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 150 X 50
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: U

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4876
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 19, 2025
Closed on
Feb 13, 2025
Sold by
Hannay Stephen A and Hannay Cynthia M
Bought by
Martin Vincent
Seller's Agent
Rory Hertzberg
Village Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Norman Gaskin
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
List Price
$184,900
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
2.76%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$196,461

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,461
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Outstanding Balance
$189,173
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$6,166
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $190,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $190,000 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/13/2025 02/13/25 Sold $190,000 +2.8% $79 / Sq Ft
01/25/2025 01/25/25 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2025 01/19/25 For Sale $184,900 -- $77 / 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 $5,147 $49,536 $5,634 $43,902
2023 $4,876 $44,130 $5,019 $39,111
2022 $4,434 $38,626 $4,393 $34,233
2021 $4,104 $34,956 $3,976 $30,980
2020 $3,718 $31,421 $3,574 $27,847
2019 $3,481 $29,229 $3,325 $25,904
2018 $3,282 $27,064 $3,079 $23,985
2017 $3,653 $26,468 $3,011 $23,457
2016 $3,403 $25,949 $2,952 $22,997
2015 $3,556 $28,020 $3,012 $25,008
2014 $3,892 $28,020 $3,012 $25,008
2013 -- $29,188 $3,138 $26,050
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12273788

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-17-06-117-004