Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kankakee, IL from $800 (101 Rentals)

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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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646 S Indiana
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

646 S Indiana

646 S IndianaKankakee, IL 60901
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Kankakee Kommons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kankakee Kommons

155 W Mertens StKankakee, 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

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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768 N Indiana Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

768 N Indiana Ave

768 N Indiana AveKankakee, IL 60901
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641 N Indiana Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

641 N Indiana Ave

641 N Indiana AveKankakee, IL 60901
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575 S Alma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

575 S Alma

575 S AlmaKankakee, IL 60901
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Multi-Family
Studio Apartments

Multi-Family

852 E Station StKankakee, IL 60901
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210 Tedmark Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

210 Tedmark Court

210 Tedmark CtKankakee, IL 60901
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2779 Cooper Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

2779 Cooper Dr

2779 Cooper DrKankakee, 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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990 E Station
2 Bedroom Apartments

990 E Station

990 E StationKankakee, IL 60901
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450 S Dearborn Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

450 S Dearborn Ave

450 S Dearborn AveKankakee, IL 60901
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232 W Oak St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

232 W Oak St

232 W Oak StKankakee, IL 60901
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2755 Cooper Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

2755 Cooper Dr

2755 Cooper DrKankakee, IL 60901
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682 S Indiana Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

682 S Indiana Ave

682 S Indiana AveKankakee, IL 60901
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River Station Senior
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Station Senior

245 S 6th AveKankakee, IL 60901
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4966 Doris Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4966 Doris Dr

4966 Doris DrKankakee, IL 60901

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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240-244 W Hickory
3 Bedroom Apartments

240-244 W Hickory

240-244 W HickoryKankakee, IL 60901
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512 S Chicago Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

512 S Chicago Ave

512 S Chicago AveKankakee, IL 60901
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282 W River St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

282 W River St

282 W River StKankakee, IL 60901
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1090 S Nelson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1090 S Nelson Ave

1090 S Nelson AveKankakee, IL 60901
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Indian Meadows
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Meadows

1326 Indian TrlKankakee, IL 60901
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751-757 N 5th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

751-757 N 5th Ave

751-757 N 5th AveKankakee, IL 60901

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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1161 W Merchant St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1161 W Merchant St

1161 W Merchant StKankakee, IL 60901
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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890 Gettysburg DrBourbonnais, IL 60914
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Gettysburg 6
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gettysburg 6

896 Gettysburg DrBourbonnais, IL 60914
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1572 Lemna Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1572 Lemna Dr

1572 Lemna DrBradley, IL 60915
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882 Signature St
2 Bedroom Apartments

882 Signature St

882 Signature StBourbonnais, 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.

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Kankakee, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kankakee, IL

Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Kankakee, IL area range in price from $825 to $1,850 with an overall median price of $1,225. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kankakee Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Kankakee$1,225$8254

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kankakee, IL and Nearby

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kankakee area is the $1.09 price per square foot 1720 W Merchant St Model at 1720 W Merchant St, Unit 2-N in the in the Northfield Square Mall neighborhood starting from $980. The second greatest value Kankakee apartment is the 600 W Station St Model at 600 W Station St, Unit 600 starting at $825 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Downtown Kankakee neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kankakee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1720 W Merchant St, Unit 2-N1720 W Merchant St2BR,1BA$1.09
600 W Station St, Unit 600600 W Station StStudio ,1BA$1.65

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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

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.

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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.