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646 S Indiana

1745 E Duane Blvd

247 W Merchant St

924 E Willow St

686 S Harrison Ave

Kankakee Kommons

341-345 S Washington Ave

575 S Alma

363-365 E Hickory St
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Multi-Family

768 N Indiana Ave

641 N Indiana Ave

592 & 605 N Dearborn Ave

2779 Cooper Dr.

210 Tedmark Court

328-330 S Greenwood Ave

163 North Rosewood Avenue

450 S Dearborn Ave

232 W Oak St
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990 E Station

786-788 S Wildwood Ave

2755 Cooper Dr.

250 N Entrance Ave

Crestview Village IL

682 S Indiana Ave

River Station Senior

4966 Doris Dr

240-244 W Hickory

895 S Washington Ave
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512 S Chicago Ave

221-225 N Washington Ave

215-219 N Washington Ave

282 W River St

1090 S Nelson Ave

Indian Meadows

751-757 N 5th Ave

Sherwood Forest Apartment Homes

North Rivers Drive Apartments

East Court Village Apartments
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1161 W Merchant St

gettysburg 0

Clean Quiet 2 BD/1BA 2nd Floor Att. Gar

Gettysburg 6

736-750 Double Jack St

1572 Lemna Dr

4 Apartment Building

882 Signature St

1591 Girard Ave

196 Herman Pl
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kankakee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kankakee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,027 | $980 | $1,075 |
| Kankakee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kankakee, IL
Pricing Updated: 09/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Kankakee, IL area range in price from $1,075 to $1,075 with an overall median price of $1,075. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kankakee Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Kankakee | $1,075 | $1,075 | 1 |
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis
Written by: Robin Stewart
Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.