257 S Alma Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 - Photo 1

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$190,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,314 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

This beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom two-story house in West Kankakee boasts classic restored wooden bookstores, a wall-long buffet, and stunning hardwood flooring complemented by new carpeting, tile, and LVP. The updated bathrooms and modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances enhance its appeal, while a new A/C unit, water heater, and roof provide peace of mind. With spacious walk-in closets upstairs and a full, dry basement ready for your ideas, this home is perfect for anyone seeking comfort and style.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 257 S Alma Ave

General

Sold For: $190,000
Taxes: $3,932 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12354852
Added to Site: 258 day(s) ago

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Separate Shower

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

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

Location

Area: Kankakee
County: Kankakee
Driving Directions: W Court St left to Alma Ave. Destination on your right.

School Information

School District: 111
Midd School District: 111
Middle School: John Kennedy Middle Grade School
High School: Kankakee High School
Private School: Kankakee High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Aluminum Siding
Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Square Feet: 1,314
Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
Year Built: 1925
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2025

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.172
Lot Size Range: 3.0 to 3.99 Acres
Lot Dimensions: 7500
Zoning: SINGL

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1925
Tax Amount: $3,932
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 16093140801100

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 257 S Alma Ave

School District:Kankakee School District 111

Name	Grades	Distance
John Kennedy Middle Grade School 1550 West Calista Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	3-6	0.4 mi
Taft Primary School 1155 West Hawkins Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	K-3	0.6 mi
Kankakee Junior High School 2250 East Crestwood Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	7-8	2.7 mi
Kankakee High School 1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	9-12	1 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 257 S Alma Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/16/2025

Sold

$190,000

-1.55%

MLS

5/02/2025

Listed

$193,000

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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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