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Property Description
Welcome to this charming ranch-style home in West Kankakee, just a short stroll from Small Memorial Park. With its enchanting architectural front door and skeleton key, this solid residence exudes character. Spanning 1,263 square feet, the layout feels surprisingly spacious, featuring three bedrooms-one currently utilized as a den, offering versatility for your needs. Each bedroom boasts cedar-lined closets, enhancing both storage and appeal. You'll appreciate the original hardwood flooring throughout, with carpet in the main bedroom. The bathroom features a convenient walk-in shower and built-in cabinets. The eat-in kitchen is equipped with an abundance of cabinetry, a glass backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy the enclosed patio, or take the festivities outdoors to the spacious fenced backyard, complete with mature trees, a raised garden, and a handy storage shed. Parking is a breeze with an attached garage, a concrete driveway, and an additional side apron. Ceiling recently freshly painted. Vinyl windows and electrical improvements have already all been completed. Attic with pull down stairs. Don't miss the opportunity to make it your own!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1145 S 8th Ave
General
- Sold For: $166,500
- Taxes: $4,928 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12444300
- Added to Site: 156 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Accessible Shower, No Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Side Apron, Driveway, Owned
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Kankakee
- County: Kankakee
- Subdivision: Knollwood
- Driving Directions: Southwest Kankakee. 2 blocks north of Jeffery St
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
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,263
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1953
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 65 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Zoning: SINGL
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1953
- Tax Amount: $4,928.18
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16170631000700
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 1145 S 8th Ave
School District:Kankakee School District 111
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Taft Primary School 1155 West Hawkins Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | K-3 | 0.3 mi |
John Kennedy Middle Grade School 1550 West Calista Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 3-6 | 0.5 mi |
Kankakee Junior High School 2250 East Crestwood Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 7-8 | 2.5 mi |
Kankakee High School 1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 1145 S 8th Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2025
Sold
$166,500
-0.76%
MLS
8/25/2025
Price Reduced
$167,777
-2.89%
MLS
8/12/2025
Listed
$172,777
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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.
1145 S 8th Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 (MLS# 12444300) is a Single Family property that was sold at $166,500 on September 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 1145 S 8th 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.

