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1496 W Lotus Ln, Kankakee, IL, 60901

4beds
2baths
2,149sqft
$315,900
$147price/sqft
$2,581/moest. monthly cost
$103,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

Come and enjoy the easy living of this spacious Tri-Level in Limestone Township, offering fully utilized square footage throughout. This 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath home features a cozy, wood burning fireplace with gas starter. Farmland views, creating a truly private outdoor oasis. Situated on just under 1/2 Acre with mature trees in Heil Estates Subdivision, this property offers comfort, space and peaceful surroundings. Beautiful updated white Kitchen includes Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal and Refrigerator. Hardwood exists under some of the carpets. Generous size primary Bedroom with mirrored closet doors adds light to this room. Both bathrooms have been updated with tiled showers. Barn door feature in Family room can close off the utility room. Nusash windows, New Roof & gutters April 2026, Furnace approx. 2015, Central air age unknown, water heater 2022, water softener is owned. Newer gas range and washing machine is about 6 months old. Chest freezer in garage stays. Across the street is a wonderful walking trail and park! Herscher School District. Choice Home Warranty is transferrable to new owner.

Getting Around

6
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
5/10
Herscher High SchoolGrades 9-1211.6 mi
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Bonfield Grade SchoolGrades PK-17.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1970

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Water Softener Owned

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 144
  • Dimensions: 12X12

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 130
  • Dimensions: 13X10

Bedroom4

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 135
  • Dimensions: 15X9

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 117
  • Dimensions: 13X9

Family Room

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 345
  • Dimensions: 23X15

Features

  • Pantry,Replacement Windows
  • Window features: Replacement Windows
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Gas Starter,Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,149
  • Total interior livable area: 2,149 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry,Updated Kitchen),Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 150
  • Dimensions: 15X10

Laundry

  • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 50
  • Dimensions: 10X5

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 260
  • Dimensions: 20X13

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (All)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 14X13

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 07082540100300
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Special condition: Exceptions-Call List Office

Features

  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.46 Acres
  • Features: Mature Trees,Backs to Open Grnd
  • Lot size dimensions: 127x200x115x150

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood
Other
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,597$19,164
Home Insurance *$282$3,384
Property Taxes $537$6,444
Electricity $165$1,983
Total$2,581$30,972
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$88,491/yr
40% on housing$77,430/yr
45% on housing$68,826/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.0%
12.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.3%
0.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$147This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 60901$107
Kankakee County$127

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 60901$117
Kankakee County$132

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-24Listed for sale$325,900
2026-04-15Contingent$325,900
2026-03-03Listed for sale$325,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentAmanda Fedrow, ABR,GRI
BrokerageBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty

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