974 S Washington Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 - Photo 1

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$155,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
984 Sq. Ft.
2.5 Car Garage
Updated 7 days ago

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Property Description

Welcome home! This beautifully refreshed, move-in-ready ranch offers a perfect blend of style, comfort, and affordability. Inside you will find a completely remodeled, sun-drenched kitchen featuring brand-new cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar. The layout flows effortlessly into a large dining area and a bright, expansive living room, all anchored by gorgeous refinished hardwood floors that run throughout the home. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated, including fresh doors, a beautifully remodeled full bathroom, updated lighting, and a newer furnace. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch or entertain with ease in the private, fully fenced-in backyard. Car enthusiasts or hobbyists will fall in love with the massive 2.5-car detached garage, plus the convenience of extra alley parking! Complete with a full basement offering endless storage. This home is the ultimate package.Situated in a highly convenient location just minutes from downtown Kankakee and I-57 (Exit 308), you'll enjoy being near local dining, shopping, and Pioneer Park. Seller is Licensed IL broker

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 974 S Washington Ave

General

Sold For: $155,000
Taxes: $2,557 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12669364
Added to Site: 79 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Additional Information

Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: Kankakee
County: Kankakee
Driving Directions: Court St. to Washington, South to home

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, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Foundation: Other
Roof: Asphalt
Square Feet: 984
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1940
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2026

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 40 x 145
Fence: Yes
Zoning: SINGL
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1940
Tax Amount: $2,557.84
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 16170530900800

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Schools

Schools serving 974 S Washington Ave

School District:Kankakee School District 111

Name	Grades	Distance
Taft Primary School 1155 West Hawkins Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	K-3	0.8 mi
John Kennedy Middle Grade School 1550 West Calista Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	3-6	0.9 mi
Kankakee Junior High School 2250 East Crestwood Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	7-8	2 mi
Kankakee High School 1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee, IL 60901	9-12	0.9 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 974 S Washington Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/18/2026

Sold

$155,000

4.03%

MLS

6/06/2026

Listed

$149,000

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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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974 S Washington Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901 (MLS# 12669364) is a Single Family property that was sold at $155,000 on August 18, 2026. This property was listed by Susan Fisher from our Bradley Office.Want to learn more about 974 S Washington 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.

974 S Washington Ave Kankakee, IL 60901