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Property Description
Price Reduced - Now $285,000 This exceptional commercial offering near downtown Kankakee presents over 5,000 sq ft of versatile space formerly used as a successful bar and banquet hall. Features include three full-service bars (one with nostalgic aluminum ceiling), dance floor with stage & lighting, his & hers multi-stall restrooms, walk-in pantry, private office with vault, full security camera system (equipment owned), basement storage, wheelchair access, and a 2-3 bedroom apartment upstairs (needs work - terrific potential for added income). Equipment, furnishings and fixtures are included-tables, bar stools, pool table, commercial coolers & ice machines, ceiling & floor speakers. Outside you'll find two rear decks for outdoor seating, a detached garage for storage/utility use, and a roof replaced in 2015. Liquor and video-gaming licenses were held by owner (buyer must reapply). Selling AS IS. Motivated Seller. REALTOR-owned. Rare find at this new price.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 481 N Schuyler Ave N
General
- Price: $285,000
- Taxes: $5,456 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Business
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12402492
- Updated: 11/18/2025
- Added to Site: 205 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Bar/Tavern/Lounge
Interior
- Interior Features: Accessible Entrance, Public Restroom(s)
Location
- Area: Kankakee
- County: Kankakee
- Driving Directions: N. Schuyler 1/2 mile North of Court Street.
- Location Details: Freestanding/Urban, In City Limits
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 8,700
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,700
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 145
- Frontage: City Street
- Potential Use: Commercial, Liquor License, Residential
- Zoning: COMMR
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
- Tax Amount: $5,456.66
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Heat, Other
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: LLC
- Property ID: 16093240401000
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation: Contact Listing Agent
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Schools
Schools serving 481 N Schuyler Ave N
School District:Kankakee School District 111
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
John Kennedy Middle Grade School 1550 West Calista Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 3-6 | 1.4 mi |
Taft Primary School 1155 West Hawkins Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | K-3 | 1.5 mi |
Kankakee Junior High School 2250 East Crestwood Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 7-8 | 1.7 mi |
Kankakee High School 1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 481 N Schuyler Ave N
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/12/2025
Price Reduced
$285,000
-14.93%
MLS
6/26/2025
Listed
$335,000
570%
MLS
7/17/2015
Sold
$50,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 481 N Schuyler Ave N
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,539
-8%
$46,154
—
2023
$5,990
-4%
$46,154
—
2022
$6,272
-4%
$46,154
—
2021
$6,541
-3%
$46,154
—
2020
$6,751
-2%
$46,154
—
2019
$6,916
-4%
$46,154
—
2018
$7,192
-13%
$46,154
—
2017
$8,236
5%
$46,154
—
2016
$7,873
6%
$46,154
—
2015
$7,453
—
$46,154
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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481 N Schuyler Avenue N, Kankakee, IL 60901 (MLS# 12402492) is a Business property. 481 N Schuyler Avenue N is currently listed for $285,000 and was received on June 26, 2025. This property is listed by Brenda Ervin from our Bradley Office.Want to learn more about 481 N Schuyler Avenue N? Do you have questions about finding other Business real estate for sale in Kankakee? You can browse all Kankakee real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


