Cheap Homes for Rent in Kankakee County, IL from $700 (12 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kankakee County, IL

As of November 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kankakee County area is the $1.69 price per square foot 420 W North St Model at 420 W North St, Unit 2w in the in the Northfield Square Mall neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Kankakee County apartment is the 600 W Station St Model at 600 W Station St, Unit 600 starting at $700 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Downtown Kankakee 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.
420 W North St, Unit 2w420 W North St2BR,1BA$1.69
600 W Station St, Unit 600600 W Station StStudio ,1BA$1.40

Frequently Asked Questions about Kankakee County

What type of rentals are currently available in Kankakee County?

There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in Kankakee County, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $1,350. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kankakee County ranging from $750 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kankakee County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kankakee County ranges from $750 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,524.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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