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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

210 Tedmark Ct

328-330 S Greenwood Ave

2779 Cooper Dr

450 S Dearborn Ave

232 W Oak St

786-788 S Wildwood Ave
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990 E Station

163 N Rosewood Ave

4966 Doris Dr

River Station Senior

2755 Cooper Dr

250 N Entrance Ave

Crestview Village IL

682 S Indiana Ave

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 Unit Att. Gar

Gettysburg 6

736-750 Double Jack St

1572 Lemna Dr

4 Unit Apartment Building

882 Signature St

1591 Girard Ave

196 Herman Pl
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Kankakee, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kankakee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kankakee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Cheap Kankakee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $1,132 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kankakee, IL
Pricing Updated: 02/06/2026Current apartment rentals in the Kankakee, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 | $2,250 | $825 | 11 |
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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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.