$285,000

beds

baths

half baths

2,440

square ft

981 S Evergreen Avenue

Kankakee, Illinois 60901

New / MLS #12674182 / Single Family / Kankakee

Listing information updated 6/10/2026 at 2:43pm

Beautiful 4-bedroom Colonial home in Riverview featuring a lovely foyer with slate flooring and an open staircase. The spacious living room offers built-in window seating with storage, a fireplace, built-in shelving, and refinished hardwood floors. A formal dining room with refinished hardwood sits conveniently between the kitchen and the large family room, which includes a fireplace, new carpet, a built-in media center, abundant storage, and sliding-door access to the back deck and privacy-fenced yard. The kitchen provides ample cabinetry and generous counter space, along with a half bath nearby and access to a screened three-season room. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including one with walk-up attic access. The primary suite features ample closet space, an ensuite bath, and refinished hardwood flooring, while two additional bedrooms are filled with natural light. A second full bathroom and a convenient second-floor laundry area add everyday functionality, and the extra-wide hallway includes built-in storage. A door over the stairs offers added safety for little ones. The basement expands the living space with a recreation area complete with a bar, perfect for entertaining and relaxing, plus a second half bath, utility room, additional laundry area, and a canning or storage room. Full of character, this charming home also showcases original doors and glass handles-offering so much space, warmth, and timeless appeal that you won't want to miss it.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding,Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,440

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Separate Dining Room

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

22x15 - Main

Dining Room:

12x12 - Main

Kitchen:

12x18 - Main

Family Room:

20x13 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

22x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

10x11 - Second

Screened Porch:

10x19 - Main Level

Office:

5x10 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

30x14 - Basement Level

Laundry:

14x12 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,165

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60901

City:

Kankakee

County:

Kankakee

Schools

School District(s):

111

Elementary School:

Edison Primary School

Middle School:

Kankakee Junior High School

High School:

Kankakee High School

Architecture Style:

Colonial

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding,Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,440

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Separate Dining Room

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

22x15 - Main

Dining Room:

12x12 - Main

Kitchen:

12x18 - Main

Family Room:

20x13 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

22x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

4th Bedroom:

10x11 - Second

Screened Porch:

10x19 - Main Level

Office:

5x10 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

30x14 - Basement Level

Laundry:

14x12 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$7,165

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60901

City:

Kankakee

County:

Kankakee

School District(s):

111

Elementary School:

Edison Primary School

Middle School:

Kankakee Junior High School

High School:

Kankakee High School

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

Listing Office Phone: 815.937.4370

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