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Property Description
Freshly renovated and packed with upgrades, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready for its next owner. Completed in 2024, major improvements include a new roof, siding, front deck, HVAC system, plumbing, and electrical. Inside, you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring, a bright open layout, and a beautifully updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, custom soft-close cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The remodeled bathroom offers a stylish tile surround, new vanity, and updated lighting. A full unfinished basement provides plenty of storage or room to expand, while the spacious backyard with a partial fence is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This is the kind of home where the hard work has already been done-just move in and enjoy!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 481 N Cottage Ave
General
- Price: $156,500
- Taxes: $1,587 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12710169
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Location
- Area: Kankakee
- County: Kankakee
- Township: Kankakee
- Driving Directions: South on I57, take exit 312 toward Kankakee/Momence, make a right onto IL-17 Court St, turn right after gas station onto N Fairmont Ave, turn left on to Spruce St, turn left onto N Cottage, House will be on the right.
School Information
- School District: 111
- Elem School District: 111
- Midd School District: 111
- High School District: 111
- Elementary School: King Middle Grade School
- Middle School: Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Ele
- High School: Kankakee High School
- Private School: Kankakee High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
- Square Feet: 1,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2024
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 42.8 x 150
- Zoning: SINGL
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,587
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16093340900200
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Schools
Schools serving 481 N Cottage Ave
School District:Kankakee School District 111
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
King Middle Grade School 1440 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 3-6 | 0.4 mi |
Kankakee Junior High School 2250 East Crestwood Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 7-8 | 0.9 mi |
Kankakee High School 1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 9-12 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 481 N Cottage Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,587
6%
$14,324
14%
2024
$1,493
2%
$12,620
12%
2023
$1,460
9%
$11,243
14%
2022
$1,338
6%
$9,841
10%
2021
$1,263
8%
$8,906
11%
2020
$1,172
5%
$8,005
8%
2019
$1,117
4%
$7,446
8%
2018
$1,075
-11%
$6,895
2%
2017
$1,204
7%
$6,744
2%
2016
$1,129
3%
$6,612
-2%
2015
$1,091
—
$6,747
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 481 N Cottage Ave
481 N Cottage Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 (MLS# 12710169) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 481 N Cottage Avenue is currently listed for $156,500 and was received on July 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 481 N Cottage 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.

