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Single family home for sale at 5538 W 1000 North Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901 | MLS# 12694557 | Listing updated on 2026-10-13
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$239,900

Monthly Est:$1,194

  • Beds Icon3 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,125sqft

5538 W 1000 North Rd, Kankakee, IL 60901

$1,194/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1954

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $213/sq.ft

Description

BACK ON THE MARKET AT NO FAULT OF THE SELLER - WITH A PRICE IMPROVEMENT! MOTIVATED SELLER - BRING YOUR OFFER! Here's your second chance at this adorable, beautifully updated, and truly move-in-ready home in desirable Limestone within the sought-after Herscher School District! Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an inviting open-concept layout, this home has so much to love. Even better-NEW ROOF, SIDING, GUTTERS and gravel drive in 2026! Step inside to a spacious living room, separate dining area, and wonderful kitchen with abundant cabinetry and plenty of room to gather. The primary suite offers its own private bath, while the generously sized second full bath provides plenty of space for family or guests. Outside may quickly become your favorite place to be! Enjoy an incredible backyard retreat complete with a professionally installed firepit patio-perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying peaceful evenings at home. With cornfields to both the front and back, you'll love the open views and country feel while still being conveniently located near Limestone Park and just down the road from Limestone Middle School. An oversized 2.5-car garage offers plenty of parking and storage, plus a convenient service door leading directly to the backyard. Additional improvements include fresh interior paint, front porch additions, and firepit patio in 2024, along with extensive updates in 2019 including plumbing, insulation, electrical, ductwork, lighting, and flooring. Cute as can be, nicely updated, and ready for its next owner-don't miss your second chance to make this one yours! Schedule your private showing today!

  • Houzeo last checked: 9 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: October 13, 2026 at 5:06 am
  • Listing Provided by: Lisa Scanlon | McColly Rosenboom - B (815) 939-1255
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12694557 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Kankakee County

  • City

    Kankakee

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1954

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,125 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12694557

  • MLS Status

    Active

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathrooms: 2

  • Foyer

    Level: Main

    Area: 30.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 5X6

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 120.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X10

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Main

    Area: 135.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9X15

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 121.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X11

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 187.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X17

  • Laundry

    Level: Main

    Area: 12.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 3X4

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 176.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X16

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 154.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X14

Interior

  • Appliances

    Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

  • Exterior Features

    Fire Pit

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Heating

    Natural Gas

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Flooring

    Carpet

  • Interior Features

    1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1954

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Ranch

  • Construction Materials

    Vinyl Siding

Utilities & Energy

  • Laundry Features

    Main Level

  • Parking Features

    Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

  • Basement

    Crawl Space

  • Water Source

    Public

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Patio

  • Community Features

    Park, Tennis Court(s), Street Paved

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