$106,000
SOLD NOV 20, 2020

956 S Elm Ave Kankakee, IL 60901

3 Beds
2 Baths
962 Sq Ft
1925 Built

Recently Sold

$110 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Wood Flooring
  • Detached Garage
  • Recreation Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Enclosed patio or porch

About This Home

As of November 2020

Recently updated and freshly painted 1.5 story home with full basement! Located in Riverview Subdivision is within walking distance to Cobb Park and the Kankakee River! Recently renovated with new siding in 2019 and an enclosed porch. Freshly painted throughout offers the updated look your looking for! Large 3rd bedroom or bonus room located upstairs! Kitchen has Corian countertops, tile backsplash and under cabinet lighting! Full basement has recreational room, half bathroom, dry bar and storage area! Nothing to do but move right in! Call today for your private showing!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

J Andy Czako

McColly Bennett Real Estate License #471006388 Listed on: 09/19/2020

McColly Bennett Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Georgeann Weisman

Brokerworks Real Estate Group License #475129568

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,574

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1925 | 2019

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Dry Bar
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Oven or Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

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

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch

Location

  • Property is near a bus stop
  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • $3,500 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,574

Year Built | Renovated

1925 | 2019

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Historical District
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1.1
  • Style Of House: Bungalow
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Zoning Type: SINGL
  • Estimated Year Built: 1925
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Renovated: 2019

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 16X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 11X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Type: Galley
  • Additional Rooms: Enclosed Porch, Recreation Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Enclosed Porch, Dimensions: 17X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Wood Laminate
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 15X26, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12X31, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 962
  • Dining Room Type: Separate

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Block, Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch, Storms/Screens

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • School District: 111
  • Junior High Dist: 111

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 46 X 145
  • Parcel Identification Number: 16170542600600

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3924.20

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2020
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Martin Aguilar Jr
Bought by
Perez Yessica
Seller's Agent
J Andy Czako
McColly Bennett Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Georgeann Weisman
Brokerworks Real Estate Group
List Price
$107,900
Sold Price
$106,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.00%
Original Mortgage
$103,683
Outstanding Balance
$92,834
Interest Rate
2.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$59,112
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $106,000 Community Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $6,895 New Conventional
Open $103,683 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
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
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 $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
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10877518

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-17-05-426-006