Welcome to this charming home located in the desirable Limestone Township, within the Herscher School District. This residence boasts a welcoming living room enhanced by elegant French doors. The home features three comfortable bedrooms, each with original hardwood flooring that adds warmth and character. Both full bathrooms have been thoughtfully upgraded with ADA-compliant toilets for modern convenience and accessibility. Storage is abundant throughout the home, with generous closet space, a large attic, and a 5.5-foot deep walk-in crawl space. The attached two-car garage includes a ramp for easy access into the home, making it accessible for everyone. The galley kitchen includes all appliances except for a the microwave, while the separate dining room, complete with sliding doors, opens up to a spacious fenced-in backyard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Recent updates include a new roof, multiple windows, a hot water heater, and sliding doors, all completed around 2017. The well pump is just five years old. Don't forget to inquire about the one-year home warranty for added peace of mind. This home combines comfort, accessibility, and practicality in a lovely setting-schedule your visit today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$219Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lynn Randazzo• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with Marla Good• Keller Williams Preferred Realty
Well maintained one owner home with very spacious backyard built in 1966. New carpeting & very nice hardwood floors in the bedrooms. Updates include new roof & siding in '96; new well pump in '92; new septic in '98. The kitchen work space area is galley style, the measurement listed is for the entire kitchen/dining area. There is plenty of room for kids to work on their projects. The living area is very open. Great closets & storage areas. The walk-in crawl space may also be used for storage. The home has new carpeting in the living room and hallway. This home is ready for you!!!.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,596 (+29.8%)
$6,414 + $53,461
$59,875
2024
$2,770 (−11.9%)
$6,167 + $51,405
$57,572
2023
$3,145 (+7.9%)
$5,658 + $47,161
$52,819
2022
$2,915 (+3.3%)
$5,227 + $43,567
$48,794
2021
$2,823 (−11.5%)
$5,227 + $43,567
$48,794
2020
$3,188 (+1.5%)
$4,990 + $41,591
$46,581
2019
$3,142 (+1.7%)
$4,892 + $40,775
$45,667
2018
$3,091 (+0.9%)
$4,808 + $40,074
$44,882
2017
$3,063 (+2.5%)
$4,737 + $39,482
$44,219
2016
$2,989 (+7.2%)
$4,667 + $38,899
$43,566
2015
$2,788 (−1.3%)
$4,431 + $36,935
$41,366
2013
$2,826
$4,590 + $38,263
$42,853
Tax history for 1288 N Tower Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,596 (+29.8%)
$6,414 + $53,461
$59,875
2024
$2,770 (−11.9%)
$6,167 + $51,405
$57,572
2023
$3,145 (+7.9%)
$5,658 + $47,161
$52,819
2022
$2,915 (+3.3%)
$5,227 + $43,567
$48,794
2021
$2,823 (−11.5%)
$5,227 + $43,567
$48,794
2020
$3,188 (+1.5%)
$4,990 + $41,591
$46,581
2019
$3,142 (+1.7%)
$4,892 + $40,775
$45,667
2018
$3,091 (+0.9%)
$4,808 + $40,074
$44,882
2017
$3,063 (+2.5%)
$4,737 + $39,482
$44,219
2016
$2,989 (+7.2%)
$4,667 + $38,899
$43,566
2015
$2,788 (−1.3%)
$4,431 + $36,935
$41,366
2013
$2,826
$4,590 + $38,263
$42,853
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kankakee County
APN
70825301010
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residence District
The R1 residence district regulations are designed to conserve existing good residential areas and to regulate the efficient use and orderly development of vacant land designated for residential uses. This section applies to the R1 district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Apr 23, 2027 • Active
Building department
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 15
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Galley
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 14
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 16
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds,Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Crawl Space
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Door Features: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
Flooring: Hardwood
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Other
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 07082530101000
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Dimensions: 90 X 171
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Lot Features: Mature Trees
Zoning: SINGL
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,769.52
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze
Financial Information
Finance Code: FHA
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 2
Middle Or Junior School District: 2
High School District: 2
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Vaughndale
Township: Limestone
Corporate Limits: Limestone
Directions: Court Street West (Route 17) to Wall Street (Route 113). Turn left onto Tower into Vaughndale. Turn right at stop sign. House on left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kankakee County
APN: 70825301010
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Limestone Elementary School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
7/10
Herscher High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.4mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Kankakee, IL • 60901
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Estimated sale price
$222,000 – $268,000
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