Fantastic opportunity to own this beautifully remodeled home offering over 2,000 square feet of finished living space, plus a finished recreation room in the basement. The home features gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout the living room and bedrooms. The entry leads to the living room with fireplace that is open to the kitchen. Enjoy a completely updated kitchen with white cabinetry, light and elegant quartz countertops, and new stainless-steel appliances, along with fully renovated bathrooms. The stunning family room showcases cathedral ceilings and a second fireplace, creating a bright and inviting space. Two sliding doors lead to a deck and fenced backyard, complete with a storage shed-perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Abundant natural light fills the home through thermal pane windows. Other major updates include all new lighting, carpeting, refinished hardwood flooring, a new furnace and air conditioning (2025) and a newer roof (2021). The basement also offers a large storage room for added convenience. Call today to schedule your private showing.
Contingent
$259,900
1024 W Walnut St, Kankakee, IL 60901
3beds
1,743sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$258,400 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Second fireplaceFenced backyardFully renovated bathroomsStunning family roomBright and inviting spaceCompletely updated kitchenCathedral ceilings
- 14 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 23, 2026 at 02:48pm
Listing courtesy of:
Lisa Sanford, CRS,GRI 815-922-6924,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12567478
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 546 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X22
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X17
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 493 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,191
- Total interior livable area: 1,743 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 448
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,840.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 65 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 16170631300700
- Zoning: SINGL
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Kankakee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $154,203
- Annual tax amount: $6,077
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$258,400
$245,000 - $271,000
$1,863/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/23/2026 | Contingent | $259,900$149/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12567478 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900+205.8%$149/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12567478 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $85,000+54.8%$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2016 | Sold | $54,900-21.5%$31/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09088931 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2016 | Pending sale | $69,900$40/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bradley #09088931 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2016 | Price change | $69,900-12.5%$40/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bradley #09088931 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2016 | Price change | $79,900-5.9%$46/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bradley #09088931 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2015 | Price change | $84,900-5.6%$49/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bradley #09088931 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $89,900$52/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Bradley #09088931 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,077 +3.8% | $51,401 +12.3% |
| 2023 | $5,855 +7.5% | $45,791 +14.2% |
| 2022 | $5,446 +6% | $40,080 +10.5% |
| 2021 | $5,140 +7.8% | $36,271 +11.3% |
| 2020 | $4,769 +4.9% | $32,603 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $4,545 +18.7% | $30,328 +8% |
| 2018 | $3,830 | $28,081 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $3,830 +41% | $27,463 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,716 -6.9% | $26,924 -7.4% |
| 2015 | $2,919 | $29,073 -5.5% |
| 2014 | $2,919 | $30,773 -4% |
| 2013 | -- | $32,055 -13.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $37,088 -4.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $38,910 -9.2% |
| 2009 | $2,390 +5.2% | $42,857 +4% |
| 2008 | $2,272 | $41,209 +32% |
| 2002 | -- | $31,230 |
| 2001 | -- | $31,230 |
| 2000 | -- | $31,230 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,713/mo
Principal & interest
$1230
Property taxes
$483
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60901
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Taft Primary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Kankakee Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 2/10Kankakee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 111
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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