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$249,900

Est. $1,812/mo —

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1,125

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5538 W 1000 Rd N, Kankakee, IL 60901

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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!

Single-familyProperty Type

1954Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$222Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Lisa Scanlon • McColly Rosenboom - B

Listing updated: Aug 23, 2026 at 12:06am

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12694557

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$1,812 per month

Principal and interest$1,313

Property taxes

$386

HOA dues

Home insurance

$112

Utilities

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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

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Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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5538 W 1000 Rd N · $249,900

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$250K and above

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Median list price in this area is $249,950. (0% higher than this home)

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Open floorplan
First-floor bedroom
First-floor full bathroom
Unfinished attic
Separate dining room
Crawl space basement
Six total rooms

Bedrooms
3 bedrooms (all on the main level)
Primary bedroom with full bath

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry
Washer
Dryer
Sump pump
CO detectors

Flooring
Luxury vinyl in primary living areas and dining room
Carpet in secondary bedrooms
Slate in foyer

Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans

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)

—

Jul 28, 2022

Relisted (Active)

—

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

—

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

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

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

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Finished Sq. Ft.

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Unfinished Sq. Ft.

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Total Sq. Ft.

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Year built

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Kankakee County

APN

70832103016

Parking Spaces

—

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.

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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

96/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

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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$17/sq ft
larger lot
11 years newer
SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$215,000 Last sold price
3 beds1.5 baths1,296 sq ft
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larger lot
1 year older
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$235,000 Last sold price
3 beds1.5 baths1,416 sq ft
2414 N 7000w Rd, Bonfield, IL 60913
$56/sq ft
smaller lot
11 years newer
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$242,000 Last sold price
3 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
1925 W State Route 113, Kankakee, IL 60901
$20/sq ft
larger lot
basement
SOLD DEC 30, 2021
$205,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,384 sq ft
475 Dover Turn, Bourbonnais, IL 60914
$74/sq ft
24 years newer
SOLD OCT 30, 2025
$180,000 Last sold price
3 beds1 bath1,040 sq ft
1359 B N 7000 Rd W, Bonfield, IL 60913
$49/sq ft
larger lot
16 years newer

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