$215,000

beds

bath

half bath

1,712

square ft

997 S Evergreen Avenue

Kankakee, Illinois 60901

New / MLS #12542464 / Single Family / Kankakee

Listing information updated 1/7/2026 at 2:23pm

Back on the market and freshly updated, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is ideally located in the desirable Riverview neighborhood, just 2 blocks from Cobb Park. The exterior showcases a well-maintained stucco finish, a fenced front and backyard, and a detached 1.5-car garage. Enjoy peaceful mornings or relaxing evenings on the expansive front porch. Inside, the home retains its character with beautiful original wood trim, historic crown molding, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. French doors open into a unique dining area with built-in shelving. As you explore the interior, you'll notice the freshly refinished flooring throughout the living room and dining room, along with updates to the upstairs bathroom and the screened-in front porch. The kitchen offers solid wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a conveniently located half bath. Upstairs, you'll find 3 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, a large landing, a laundry chute, and access to a partially finished attic. The full basement includes a laundry area, an additional shower, and some updated plumbing and electrical. With these thoughtful updates, this classic home is refreshed, full of character, and ready for its next owner. Schedule your private showing today!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

American 4-Sq.

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Unfinished,Concrete,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

1.5

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,712

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.161

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk

Room Information

Living Room:

23x15 - Main

Dining Room:

16x13 - Main

Kitchen:

11x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x13 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

22x9 - Main Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,043

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60901

City:

Kankakee

County:

Kankakee

Schools

School District(s):

111

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Kankakee High School

Architecture Style:

American 4-Sq.

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Unfinished,Concrete,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Yes

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

1.5

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,712

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.161

Internal Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk

Living Room:

23x15 - Main

Dining Room:

16x13 - Main

Kitchen:

11x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

13x13 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x10 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Enclosed Porch:

22x9 - Main Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$7,043

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60901

City:

Kankakee

County:

Kankakee

School District(s):

111

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Kankakee High School

Listing Office: Exclusive Realtors

Listing Office Phone: 708.792.7244

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