Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kankakee County, IL from $400 (129 Rentals)

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350 N Birch St
2 Bedroom Apartments

350 N Birch St

350 N Birch StManteno, IL 60950
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1572 Lemna Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1572 Lemna Dr

1572 Lemna DrBradley, IL 60915
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646 S Indiana
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

646 S Indiana

646 S IndianaKankakee, IL 60901
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Gettysburg 6
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gettysburg 6

896 Gettysburg DrBourbonnais, IL 60914
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882 Signature St
2 Bedroom Apartments

882 Signature St

882 Signature StBourbonnais, IL 60914
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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890 Gettysburg DrBourbonnais, IL 60914
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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1745 E Duane Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1745 E Duane Blvd

1745 E Duane BlvdKankakee, IL 60901
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924 E Willow St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

924 E Willow St

924 E Willow StKankakee, IL 60901

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Kankakee Kommons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kankakee Kommons

155 W Mertens StKankakee, IL 60901
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1536 Wingo Ln
Studio Apartments

1536 Wingo Ln

1536 Wingo LnBourbonnais, IL 60914
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842 Gettysburg Dr
Studio Apartments

842 Gettysburg Dr

842 Gettysburg DrBourbonnais, IL 60914
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731 Double Jack St
2 Bedroom Apartments

731 Double Jack St

731 Double Jack StBourbonnais, IL 60914
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1522 Lemna Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1522 Lemna Ave

1522 Lemna AveBourbonnais, IL 60914
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405 LaMore Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

405 LaMore Ln

405 LaMore LnManteno, IL 60950
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119 S Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

119 S Main St

119 S Main StGrant Park, IL 60940
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1591 Girard Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1591 Girard Ave

1591 Girard AveBourbonnais, IL 60914
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182 Birch Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

182 Birch Ct

182 Birch CtManteno, IL 60950

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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630 Double Jack St
2 Bedroom Apartments

630 Double Jack St

630 Double Jack StBourbonnais, IL 60914
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196 Herman Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

196 Herman Pl

196 Herman PlBourbonnais, IL 60914
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408 Hickory Cir
2 Bedroom Apartments

408 Hickory Cir

408 Hickory CirMomence, IL 60954
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110 E 1st St
2 Bedroom Apartments

110 E 1st St

110 E 1st StManteno, IL 60950
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606 Double Jack St
2 Bedroom Apartments

606 Double Jack St

606 Double Jack StBourbonnais, IL 60914
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768 Hampton Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

768 Hampton Ct

768 Hampton CtBourbonnais, IL 60914

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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575 S Alma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

575 S Alma

575 S AlmaKankakee, IL 60901
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1507 Girard
2 Bedroom Apartments

1507 Girard

1507 GirardBourbonnais, IL 60914
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786 Gettysburg
2 Bedroom Apartments

786 Gettysburg

786 GettysburgBourbonnais, IL 60914
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205 S Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

205 S Main St

205 S Main StGrant Park, IL 60940
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388-398 N Roy St
1 Bedroom Apartments

388-398 N Roy St

388-398 N Roy StBourbonnais, IL 60914
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Multi-Family
Studio Apartments

Multi-Family

852 E Station StKankakee, IL 60901
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884 Gettysburg Dr
Studio Apartments

884 Gettysburg Dr

884 Gettysburg DrBourbonnais, IL 60914
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1513 Girard
2 Bedroom Apartments

1513 Girard

1513 GirardBourbonnais, IL 60914

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kankakee County, IL

As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kankakee County area is the $1.48 price per square foot 1209 Winans Ave Model at 1209 Winans Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Northfield Square Mall neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Kankakee County apartment is the 241 S Cannon Ave Model at 241 S Cannon Ave starting at $1,100 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Northfield Square Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kankakee County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1209 Winans Ave, Unit 31209 Winans Ave2BR,2BA$1.48
241 S Cannon Ave241 S Cannon Ave2BR,1BA$1.38

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.