981 Evergreen Avenue, Kankakee, Illinois 60901


$285,000

For Sale
Status: New
Sqft: 2,440
Cost/Sqft: $117
Beds: 4
Baths: 4
Year Built: 1917
Property Taxes: $7,165
Days On Market: 1
Lot Size: 0,00
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Description

Beautiful 4-bedroom Colonial home in Riverview featuring a lovely foyer with slate flooring and an open staircase. The spacious living room offers built-in window seating with storage, a fireplace, built-in shelving, and refinished hardwood floors. A formal dining room with refinished hardwood sits conveniently between the kitchen and the large family room, which includes a fireplace, new carpet, a built-in media center, abundant storage, and sliding-door access to the back deck and privacy-fenced yard. The kitchen provides ample cabinetry and generous counter space, along with a half bath nearby and access to a screened three-season room. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including one with walk-up attic access. The primary suite features ample closet space, an ensuite bath, and refinished hardwood flooring, while two additional bedrooms are filled with natural light. A second full bathroom and a convenient second-floor laundry area add everyday functionality, and the extra-wide hallway includes built-in storage. A door over the stairs offers added safety for little ones. The basement expands the living space with a recreation area complete with a bar, perfect for entertaining and relaxing, plus a second half bath, utility room, additional laundry area, and a canning or storage room. New Roof, Chimney, and Gutters, Juned 2026. HVAC, and home humidifier in the last few years. New front windows. This charming home is full of character, and also showcases original doors and glass handles-offering so much space, warmth, and timeless appeal that you won't want to miss it.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1917
No
Kankakee
0 / Not Applicable
12675437
16170542301400

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Edison Primary School
111
Middle School
Kankakee Junior High School
111 Not in DB
High School
Kankakee High School
111 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
29 Jan, 2013 Sold $125,000 MRED MLS
8 Oct, 2012 Under contract $129,900 MRED MLS
Last price change $135,000 MRED MLS
23 Nov, 2011 Listed for sale $175,500 MRED MLS
10 Jun, 2026 Listed for sale $285,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

2
46.6X150
Interior Stair
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2013 $5,569
2026 $7,165

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