IMPROVED PRICE! Beautifully updated, Cute as can be, and move-in ready! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is located in desirable Limestone within the sought-after Herscher School District. The location couldn't be better, with Limestone Park just steps away and Limestone Middle School just down the road. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, separate dining room, and a wonderful kitchen offering abundant cabinet space. The large primary suite features its own private bath, while the second full bath is generously sized. The open-concept layout creates an inviting atmosphere perfect for everyday living and entertaining! Step outside to an incredible backyard retreat featuring a professionally installed firepit patio area and the peaceful setting of cornfields to both the front and back of the property. The oversized 2.5 car garage is a treat with a man door leading right outside to the backyard haven! Brand-new roof and siding! Other updates include freshly painted home, front porch additions, and firepit patio area in 2024; and plumbing, insulation, electrical, ductwork, lighting, and flooring completed in 2019. Beautifully maintained and full of charm, this home is ready for its next owners to move right in and enjoy!
Welcome Home to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Limestone ranch located on a 1/4 acre lot in Herscher School District and very close to Limestone Park and Limestone Middle School! The front porch welcomes you as you enter the open concept main living area featuring the dining room, living room, and kitchen. This space is perfect for the family to gather and for entertaining guests! Relax and enjoy the Master Bedroom Suite with private full bathroom including a tub/shower combo. Off the kitchen is the large, insulated, attached 2 car garage. Far side is 33' deep with a 3' deep concrete mechanics pit. This home was recently rehabbed in 2019 and has been well maintained since. Rehab included brand new plumbing, insulation, electric, duct work, appliances, recessed lighting, neutral paint, and flooring throughout.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10583442
Feb 21, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$143,000
$127/sq ft
Jan 21, 2020
Contingent (Contingent (Do Not Show))
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Dec 12, 2019
Price Changed
$146,500
$130/sq ft
Nov 30, 2019
Listed (New)
$149,900
$133/sq ft
Beautiful, newly rehabbed, 3 bedroom 2 full bath home in limestone. Located on a quiet road, very close to Limestone park and Limestone school. Too many updates to list. This home has been rehabbed down to the studs with high end finishings. Brand new plumbing, insulation, electric, duct work, and appliances, including washer and dryer. Roof, furnace (high efficancy), windows and water heater all replaced within 10 years. Home has an open concept great for entertaining. A master suite with full size tub. Large, insulated, 2 car garage, one side being 33' deep with a 3' deep concrete mechanics pit. MUST SEE! Agent Owned
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10134702
Dec 17, 2018
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$50,000
$44/sq ft
Nov 20, 2018
Pending
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Nov 7, 2018
Listed (New)
$65,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,633 (+4.8%)
$2,894 + $66,298
$69,192
2024
$4,419 (+7.2%)
$2,783 + $63,748
$66,531
2023
$4,123 (+6.5%)
$2,553 + $58,484
$61,037
2022
$3,870 (+16.7%)
$2,358 + $54,027
$56,385
2021
$3,316 (+1.0%)
$2,358 + $54,027
$56,385
2020
$3,284 (+117.2%)
$2,251 + $45,731
$47,982
2019
$1,512 (+39.8%)
$2,207 + $44,834
$47,041
2018
$1,081 (+1.9%)
$2,169 + $22,628
$24,797
2017
$1,061 (+9.5%)
$2,137 + $22,294
$24,431
2016
$969 (+4.3%)
$2,105 + $21,965
$24,070
2015
$929 (−31.3%)
$1,999 + $20,856
$22,855
2013
$1,352
$2,071 + $21,606
$23,677
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Zoning
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0.25 Acres
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Single Family Residential
County
Kankakee County
APN
70832103016
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
A1
Agriculture District
Agriculture district regulations are designed to regulate the use of land, buildings, and structures, and the uses thereof within the areas of the county where soil and topographic conditions are best adapted to the pursuit of agriculture and the utilization of other natural land resources. This section applies to the A1 district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
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 103° 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Kankakee, IL • 60901
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5538 W 1000 Rd N
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