956 S Elm Ave Kankakee, IL 60901
Estimated payment $1,358/month
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
About This Home
**Opportunity** Reach out for more info! Welcome to this charming 1.5-story home with a full basement, perfectly situated in the desirable Riverview Subdivision-just a short walk to Cobb Park and the scenic Kankakee River. Step inside to find modern paint throughout, giving the entire home a crisp, updated feel. The spacious upstairs area features a large third bedroom or versatile bonus room, perfect for guests, an office, or a playroom. The kitchen is both stylish and functional with Corian countertops, a tile backsplash, and under-cabinet lighting for a warm, welcoming touch. Downstairs, the full basement expands your living space with a recreational room, half bathroom, dry bar, and plenty of storage. This home is move-in ready. Schedule your private showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,574
Year Built
- Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2019
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 46 x 145
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Property is zoned SINGL
Parking
- 1.5 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 962 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Fire Pit
Location
- Property is near a park
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $6,574 | $55,607 | $7,228 | $48,379 |
| 2023 | $5,056 | $39,538 | $6,439 | $33,099 |
| 2022 | $4,703 | $34,607 | $5,636 | $28,971 |
| 2021 | $4,438 | $31,318 | $5,100 | $26,218 |
| 2020 | $4,117 | $28,151 | $4,584 | $23,567 |
| 2019 | $3,924 | $26,187 | $4,264 | $21,923 |
| 2018 | $2,843 | $24,247 | $3,948 | $20,299 |
| 2017 | $3,161 | $23,713 | $3,861 | $19,852 |
| 2016 | $2,942 | $23,248 | $3,785 | $19,463 |
| 2015 | $2,862 | $23,722 | $3,862 | $19,860 |
| 2014 | $2,757 | $23,722 | $3,862 | $19,860 |
| 2013 | -- | $24,710 | $4,023 | $20,687 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | For Sale | $152,000 | 0.0% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 08/26/2025 08/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/26/2025 07/26/25 | Price Changed | $152,000 | -0.7% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | For Sale | $153,000 | 0.0% | $159 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | For Sale | $153,000 | +44.3% | $159 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2020 11/20/20 | Sold | $106,000 | -1.8% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2020 10/09/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/19/2020 09/19/20 | For Sale | $107,900 | +43.9% | $112 / Sq Ft |
| 08/24/2018 08/24/18 | Sold | $75,000 | -6.1% | $78 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2018 07/13/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2018 07/10/18 | Price Changed | $79,900 | -3.6% | $83 / Sq Ft |
| 06/12/2018 06/12/18 | Price Changed | $82,900 | -2.4% | $86 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2018 05/04/18 | For Sale | $84,900 | -- | $88 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $106,000 | Community Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $6,895 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $103,683 | FHA |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12393799
APN: 16-17-05-426-006
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