1131 S Nelson Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 - Photo 1

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$145,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,188 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to your adorably renovated, 1 story home nestled on a quiet street across from historic Beckman Park, just steps away from the inviting Kankakee river. Snuggle up in your quaint living room w/ gorgeous hardwood floors and decorative trim to play games or Netflix and Chill. Prep for your day or relax and dream the night away in your master bedroom w/ spacious walk-in closet. Soak or scrub your cares away in your luxurious bath w/ whirlpool tub and double shower. Break bread w/ family and friends in your idyllic eat-in kitchen w/stainless everything. Handle your business, create in your art studio, listen to your kids giggle in their bedroom or whatever you choose to do in your second bedroom. Sneak down to the basement to workout, do laundry or chill with friends. Step out your French doors for coffee or a good book on your deck. Stroll through your fenced in backyard to enjoy the allure of mother nature w/your luscious, mature landscape. Get away in one of your two cars parked in your secure garage. No matter what you choose this home has whatever you need! All stainless kitchen appliances, washer and dryer all stay. Water Heater- 2025, Roof-2013, Windows- 2012, Furnace/AC- 2011 Siding on the South, West and East sides of house will be completed, at seller's expense, prior to closing. The materials are there, just waiting on installation. Please excuse the mess until complete.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1131 S Nelson Ave

General

Sold For: $145,000
Taxes: $4,275 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12380928
Added to Site: 228 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Baths: Yes
Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Shower

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Additional Information

Equipment: Cable TV, Ceiling Fan(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: Kankakee
County: Kankakee
Driving Directions: Court street south on Osborn to Croswell, east on Croswell, south on Nelson

School Information

School District: 111
Midd School District: 111

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Aluminum Siding
Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
Windows: Drapes
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Square Feet: 1,188
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1924
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 48.3 x 145
Fence: Yes
Zoning: SINGL
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1924
Tax Amount: $4,275
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 16170910101100

Listed by New Neighbors Real Estate
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 1131 S Nelson Ave

School District:Kankakee School District 111

Name	Grades	Distance
Edison Primary School 1991 East Maple Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	K-3	0.6 mi
King Middle Grade School 1440 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	3-6	0.9 mi
Kankakee Junior High School 2250 East Crestwood Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	7-8	1 mi
Kankakee High School 1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	9-12	2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1131 S Nelson Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/25/2025

Sold

$145,000

-3.27%

MLS

6/01/2025

Listed

$149,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1131 S Nelson Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 (MLS# 12380928) is a Single Family property that was sold at $145,000 on July 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1131 S Nelson Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Kankakee? You can browse all Kankakee real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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