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$239,900

Est. $1,821/mo —

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1,125

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5538 W 1000 Rd N, Kankakee, IL 60901

About this home

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!

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$213Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Lisa Scanlon • McColly Rosenboom - B

Listing updated: Oct 13, 2026 at 12:06am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12694557

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$1,821 per month

Principal and interest$1,326

Property taxes

$386

HOA dues

Home insurance

$110

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Limestone Elementary School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Herscher High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi

5/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

5538 W 1000 Rd N · $239,900

Strong offer

$240K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $240K+ is a strong offer

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $256,595. (7% higher than this home)

About offer insights

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Open floor plan
Ceiling fans
Carbon monoxide detectors
Sump pump
Unfinished attic
Crawl space

Bedrooms
3 bedrooms on the main floor

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry
Washer
Dryer

Flooring
Carpet
Slate
Luxury vinyl

Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 5538 W 1000 Rd N

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11442430

Sep 7, 2022

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$178,000

$158/sq ft

Aug 5, 2022

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

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Jul 28, 2022

Relisted (Active)

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Jul 22, 2022

Pending

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Jul 6, 2022

Price Changed

$179,900

$160/sq ft

Jun 23, 2022

Listed (Active)

$184,900

$164/sq ft

+19

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))

—

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

Public record

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Zoning

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Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

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Year built

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Kankakee County

APN

70832103016

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

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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Kankakee, IL • 60901

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Sun exposure

96/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Kankakee. 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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