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.
Contingent
$285,000
981 S Evergreen Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
4beds
2,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
6,990 Square Feet Lot
$284,400 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Four generously sized bedroomsPrivacy-fenced yardBuilt-in media centerLarge family roomNew front windowsUtility roomAbundant storage
- 26 days |
- 1,043 |
- 110 |
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Listed by:
Peter Grant, GRI 815-405-8610,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12675437
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Screened Porch, Office, Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X10
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X14
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X19
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Bathroom, Multiple Locations
Features
- Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 6,990 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46.6X150
Details
- Parcel number: 16170542301400
- Zoning: SINGL
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Kankakee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $117/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,864
- Annual tax amount: $7,165
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$284,400
$270,000 - $299,000
$2,809/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Contingent | $285,000$117/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12675437 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000+128%$117/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #12674182 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2013 | Sold | $125,000-3.8%$51/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07949648 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2012 | Price change | $129,900-3.8%$53/sqft |
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| 4/22/2012 | Price change | $135,000-8.2%$55/sqft |
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| 3/16/2012 | Price change | $147,000-16.2%$60/sqft |
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| 11/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $175,500+1.4%$72/sqft |
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| 7/19/2009 | Listing removed | $173,000$71/sqft |
Source: Speckman Realty Inc. GMAG #07161053 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2009 | Listed for sale | $173,000-8.9%$71/sqft |
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| 6/1/2005 | Sold | $190,000$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,655 +5.2% | $62,288 +12.3% |
| 2023 | $6,328 +9.4% | $55,490 +14.2% |
| 2022 | $5,785 +7.5% | $48,569 +10.5% |
| 2021 | $5,379 +9.7% | $43,954 +11.3% |
| 2020 | $4,901 +6.4% | $39,509 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $4,608 -5.3% | $36,752 +8% |
| 2018 | $4,868 | $34,029 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $4,868 +7.2% | $33,280 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,542 -3.3% | $32,627 -7% |
| 2015 | $4,696 | $35,083 -5.5% |
| 2014 | $4,696 | $37,124 -4% |
| 2013 | -- | $38,671 -19% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,747 -4.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $49,941 -7.9% |
| 2009 | $5,512 +9.2% | $54,247 +2.2% |
| 2008 | $5,048 | $53,086 +45.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $36,420 |
| 2001 | -- | $36,420 |
| 2000 | -- | $36,420 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60901
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Steuben Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Kankakee Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Kankakee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Edison Primary School
- Middle: Kankakee Junior High School
- High: Kankakee High School
- District: 111
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- Kankakee County
- Kankakee
- 60901
- 981 S Evergreen Ave
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