$229,900
$30K PRICE DROP

878 S Wildwood Ave Kankakee, IL 60901

Estimated payment $1,724/month

Total Views 33,373
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,380 Sq Ft
$97 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Home Office
  • Laundry Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Room
  • Central Air

About This Home

Charming Historic Home in Riverview Step into timeless elegance in this beautifully preserved American Four-Square located in the heart of Historic Riverview. You're greeted by a spacious sunroom that flows into a grand foyer, showcasing rich, refinished oak trim and original solid wood doors. The formal dining room features a stunning built-in china hutch, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy a huge eat-in kitchen with abundant oak cabinetry, a built-in desk, and included appliances-ideal for everyday living. The master bedroom offers direct access to a fully remodeled bathroom, blending classic charm with modern comfort. A finished third-floor attic provides a perfect space for a home office, studio, or guest room. The full finished basement adds even more living space and versatility. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional piece of Riverview history-schedule your showing today!

Listing Agent

Steven Korosic

Real Broker, LLC License #475189745 Listed on: 06/26/2025

Real Broker, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,666

Year Built

  • Built in 1914

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 150

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,380 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Basement

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,666

Year Built

Built in 1914

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
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished, Full, Daylight
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 2380
  • Room Type: Office, Recreation Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • List Price: 229900
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2.5

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: 50 X 150
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5666
  • Tax Year: 2023

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $5,967 $56,315 $8,457 $47,858
2023 $5,666 $50,169 $7,534 $42,635
2022 $5,170 $43,911 $6,594 $37,317
2021 $4,799 $39,738 $5,967 $33,771
2020 $4,364 $35,720 $5,364 $30,356
2019 $4,998 $33,228 $4,990 $28,238
2018 $4,813 $30,766 $4,620 $26,146
2017 $5,387 $30,089 $4,518 $25,571
2016 $5,050 $29,499 $4,429 $25,070
2015 $5,141 $31,718 $4,519 $27,199
2014 $5,242 $33,568 $4,519 $29,049
2013 -- $34,966 $4,707 $30,259
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $229,900 -4.2% $97 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Price Changed $239,900 -4.0% $101 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Price Changed $249,900 -3.8% $105 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $259,900 +142.9% $109 / Sq Ft
04/03/2018 04/03/18 Sold $107,000 +2.0% $46 / Sq Ft
01/31/2018 01/31/18 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2018 01/15/18 For Sale $104,900 -- $45 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $76,090 New Conventional
Closed $125,600 New Conventional
Closed $119,200 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: 12404135

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-17-05-416-006