215 S Chicago Ave

2,071 Sq. Ft.
$94 / Sq. Ft.
2,071
Sq. Ft.
$94
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historic charm + contemporary flair! This impressively updated FOUR bedroom, 2 bath home has a huge wow factor & and a perfect layout for entertaining: You have a dramatic open floorplan with 10' ceilings, a STUNNING updated kitchen, and spacious bedrooms. The trendy modern fixtures & finishes throughout serve to highlight the Original millwork & elegant architectural features. [BONUS: full unfinished basement.] The outdoor space is a treat: You have a big welcoming front porch overlooking a tidy...Historic charm + contemporary flair! This impressively updated FOUR bedroom, 2 bath home has a huge wow factor & and a perfect layout for entertaining: You have a dramatic open floorplan with 10' ceilings, a STUNNING updated kitchen, and spacious bedrooms. The trendy modern fixtures & finishes throughout serve to highlight the Original millwork & elegant architectural features. [BONUS: full unfinished basement.] The outdoor space is a treat: You have a big welcoming front porch overlooking a tidy lawn, and an easy-care backyard with a nice patio, and room for gardens & a grill. Set on a cute lot in downtown Kankakee - just 2 blocks from the Farmers' Market - and super convenient to shops, restaurants, and all commuter access points. A GREAT place to call home - come and see!
  1. Listed by Susan Fisher • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (815)-922-5256 C: (815)-263-2276 susan.fisher@cbexchange.com;susan@fisherpowersgroup.com

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Property Details for 215 South Chicago Avenue

Area
Kankakee
Township
Kankakee
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Traditional
Zoning
SINGL
LISTING UPDATED: 12/17/2025 07:45 PM

Property Details for 215 South Chicago Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12353957
Days on Market202
Taxes$3,032 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1907
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
CountyKankakee County

Location

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Building Information for 215 South Chicago Avenue

Stories-Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,198 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$946

Property Taxes

$253

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 215 South Chicago Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 111
  • Elementary School: Steuben Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: King Middle Grade School
  • High School District: 111
  • High School: Kankakee High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 111
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 858
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Gas Oven
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 2071
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2071
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2929
  • Main Sq Ft: 1213
  • Upper Sq Ft: 858
  • Lot Description: Irregular
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 45X145X20X45X25X100
  • Other Structures: None
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-11-17T15:14:10
  • Photos Count: 29
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X17
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X17

Property History for 215 South Chicago Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925065757

$194,000

+12.2% / yr

Dec 17, 2025

Sold

MRED #12353957

$194,000
Nov 18, 2025

Pending

MRED #12353957

Nov 18, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12353957

Nov 13, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12353957

$193,900
Nov 13, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12353957

$195,000
May 16, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12353957

$195,000
May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12353957

$195,000
Apr 15, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1531188329

$160,000

+10.2% / yr

Apr 15, 2024

Sold

MRED #11975237

$159,900
Feb 11, 2024

Pending

MRED #11975237

Feb 11, 2024

Contingent

MRED #11975237

Feb 6, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #11972657

$159,900
Feb 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11975237

$159,900
Feb 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11972657

$159,900
Dec 12, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118120942

$48,000

+50.6% / yr

Jul 14, 2009

Sold

MRED #07197989

$17,500
Jun 25, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118144377

$17,500

-69.9% / yr

Apr 29, 2009

Pending

MRED #07197989

Apr 25, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07197989

$22,900
Dec 11, 2008

Cancelled

MRED #07037375

$29,900
Sep 30, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07037375

$29,900
Dec 1, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118133954

$115,000

+10.9% / yr

Jul 25, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118130392

$100,000
Apr 12, 2006

Sold

MRED #08199854

$30,000
Feb 17, 2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #08199854

$29,900
Mar 21, 2000

Sold

MRED #08189913

$35,966
Feb 23, 2000

Listed (Active)

MRED #08189913

$59,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925065757

$194,000

+12.2% / yr

12/17/2025

Sold

MRED #12353957

$194,000
11/18/2025

Pending

MRED #12353957

11/18/2025

Contingent

MRED #12353957

11/13/2025

Price Change

MRED #12353957

$193,900
11/13/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12353957

$195,000
05/16/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12353957

$195,000
05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12353957

$195,000
04/15/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1531188329

$160,000

+10.2% / yr

04/15/2024

Sold

MRED #11975237

$159,900
02/11/2024

Pending

MRED #11975237

02/11/2024

Contingent

MRED #11975237

02/06/2024

Cancelled

MRED #11972657

$159,900
02/06/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11975237

$159,900
02/02/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11972657

$159,900
12/12/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118120942

$48,000

+50.6% / yr

07/14/2009

Sold

MRED #07197989

$17,500
06/25/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118144377

$17,500

-69.9% / yr

04/29/2009

Pending

MRED #07197989

04/25/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07197989

$22,900
12/11/2008

Cancelled

MRED #07037375

$29,900
09/30/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07037375

$29,900
12/01/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118133954

$115,000

+10.9% / yr

07/25/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1118130392

$100,000
04/12/2006

Sold

MRED #08199854

$30,000
02/17/2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #08199854

$29,900
03/21/2000

Sold

MRED #08189913

$35,966
02/23/2000

Listed (Active)

MRED #08189913

$59,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 215 South Chicago Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$3,044Additions$22,602Total$25,646
Tax Record2024$3,032 ($253 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyKANKAKEEAPN16-17-05-203-010

Schools near 215 South Chicago Avenue

This home is within Kankakee School District 111.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 2 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Steuben Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

John Kennedy Middle Grade School
Public2 to 6

Kankakee Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Kankakee High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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