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Property Description
BACK ON THE MARKET AT NO FAULT OF THE SELLER - WITH A PRICE IMPROVEMENT! MOTIVATED SELLER - BRING YOUR OFFER! Here's your second chance at this adorable, beautifully updated, and truly move-in-ready home in desirable Limestone within the sought-after Herscher School District! Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an inviting open-concept layout, this home has so much to love. Even better-NEW ROOF, SIDING, GUTTERS and gravel drive in 2026! Step inside to a spacious living room, separate dining area, and wonderful kitchen with abundant cabinetry and plenty of room to gather. The primary suite offers its own private bath, while the generously sized second full bath provides plenty of space for family or guests. Outside may quickly become your favorite place to be! Enjoy an incredible backyard retreat complete with a professionally installed firepit patio-perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying peaceful evenings at home. With cornfields to both the front and back, you'll love the open views and country feel while still being conveniently located near Limestone Park and just down the road from Limestone Middle School. An oversized 2.5-car garage offers plenty of parking and storage, plus a convenient service door leading directly to the backyard. Additional improvements include fresh interior paint, front porch additions, and firepit patio in 2024, along with extensive updates in 2019 including plumbing, insulation, electrical, ductwork, lighting, and flooring. Cute as can be, nicely updated, and ready for its next owner-don't miss your second chance to make this one yours! Schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5538 W 1000 N Rd
General
- Price: $239,900
- Taxes: $4,632 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12694557
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Open Floorplan
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Kankakee
- County: Kankakee
- Township: Limestone
- Driving Directions: Route 17 West - Head North on 5000W - Turn West on 1000N Rd - Home is on South side of the road
School Information
- School District: 2
- Elem School District: 2
- Midd School District: 2
- High School District: 2
- Elementary School: Bonfield Grade School
- Middle School: Limestone Elementary School
- High School: Herscher High School
- Private School: Herscher High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet
- Square Feet: 1,125
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1954
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 75 x 150
- Zoning: SINGL
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1954
- Tax Amount: $4,632.94
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 7083210301600
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Schools
Schools serving 5538 W 1000 N Rd
School District:Herscher Community Unit School District 2
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Limestone Elementary School 963 North 5000 Road West, Kankakee, IL 60901 | 5-8 | 0.6 mi |
Bonfield Grade School 522 East Smith Street, Bonfield, IL 60913 | PK-1 | 3.7 mi |
Herscher Intermediate School PO Box 504, Herscher, IL 60941 | 2-4 | 8.1 mi |
Herscher High School 501 North Main Street, Herscher, IL 60941 | 9-12 | 8.1 mi |
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5538 W 1000 N Road, Kankakee, IL 60901 (MLS# 12694557) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5538 W 1000 N Road is currently listed for $239,900 and was received on July 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 5538 W 1000 N Road? 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.