Seller's Agent in 2025
Victoria Krause Schutte
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(708) 214-8108
1 in this area
110 Total Sales
687 S Harrison Ave Kankakee, IL 60901
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,277
Sq Ft
0.6
Acres
Highlights
- 0.6 Acre Lot
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Breakfast Room
- Property is near a park
- Prairie Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of March 2025Welcome to the Warren Hickox House, a timeless masterpiece nestled along the picturesque Kankakee River in scenic Kankakee. Designed by the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright, often hailed as the greatest American architect of all time, this home exudes warmth and charm from the moment you step inside. The home, considered one of Wright's first Prairie-style designs, was finished in plaster and dark wood trim, the Hickox House features flared roof ridges evocative of Japanese architecture/geometry, a favorite of Wright-the tent-like quality embraces the varied forms below. Step into this inviting and light-filled space where Wright's genius truly shines. The entryway is large, inviting, light-filled, and flanked by Wright's built-in seating. A small, screened "social office" off the entryway is where Mr Wright would showcase the home to prospective clients from Oak Park and Chicago. Beyond the welcoming entry, the wide, open living space showcases a modified cruciform design, and doorways between the alcoves (now used as a large dining and Library/Office) and living room create a seamless flow of space, enhancing the feeling of openness. Signature Roman bricks comprise the original fireplace, just beautiful. Thin bands of leaded glass span the bay windows that surround the 1st floor effortlessly merging the interior with the surrounding landscape, bathing the home in natural light. Upstairs, 4 well-proportioned bedrooms await, including a primary bedroom adorned with original built-ins and additional original leaded glass windows. The Hickox House seamlessly blends form and function, providing both elegance and comfort for everyday living. Beyond its stunning architectural significance, this residence offers an unparalleled location near parks and the prestigious country club, allowing residents to indulge in a lifestyle of leisure and tranquility, surrounded by nature's beauty.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,834
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 0.6 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 150 x 175
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Prairie Architecture
- Shake Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,277 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Steuben Elementary School
- Kankakee Junior High School
- Kankakee High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2021
Sold by
Brown Evelyn Ann
Bought by
Brown Evelyn Ann and Murer Elizabeth A
Current Estimated Value
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2025 03/12/25 | Sold | $449,000 | 0.0% | $137 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2025 01/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/16/2025 01/16/25 | For Sale | $449,000 | -- | $137 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,204 | $194,980 | $25,361 | $169,619 |
| 2023 | $4,548 | $78,998 | $22,593 | $56,405 |
| 2022 | $4,834 | $69,145 | $19,775 | $49,370 |
| 2021 | $5,043 | $62,575 | $17,896 | $44,679 |
| 2020 | $5,206 | $56,247 | $16,086 | $40,161 |
| 2019 | $5,333 | $52,323 | $14,964 | $37,359 |
| 2018 | $5,546 | $48,448 | $13,856 | $34,592 |
| 2017 | $6,514 | $47,382 | $13,551 | $33,831 |
| 2016 | $6,069 | $46,453 | $13,285 | $33,168 |
| 2015 | $5,900 | $47,401 | $13,556 | $33,845 |
| 2014 | $6,083 | $49,951 | $13,556 | $36,395 |
| 2013 | -- | $52,032 | $14,121 | $37,911 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Victoria Krause Schutte
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12271533
APN: 16-17-05-323-018
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