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The average rent in Kankakee, as of June 2026, is up 2.22% compared to last month and up 2.14% year-over-year.
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$875–$900
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2 beds
1 bath
$850–$950
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
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1 bed
1 bath
$850
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2 beds
1 bath
$870
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2 beds
1 bath
$975
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1 bath
$875
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Kankakee
1850 E Notre Dame St #NA, Kankakee, IL 60901
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
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Available Jun 7
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Kankakee
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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Hardwood Floor
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Garage Parking
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Kankakee
555 South Schuyler Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901
Studio
1 bath
$900
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Available Mar 14
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
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Available May 29
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Kankakee
1735 E Duane Blvd #4, Kankakee, IL 60901
On-site laundry | On-site management
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Kankakee
1 bed
1 bath
$825
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
House for rent in Bourbonnais
3 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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2d ago
728 Double Jack St, Bourbonnais, IL 60914
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$1,700
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Saint Anne
6972 Illinois 1Unit 2 #2, Saint Anne, IL 60964
Air conditioning | Balcony | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$895
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Saint Anne
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Saint Anne
2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$995
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Peotone
Studio
1 bath
$900
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Peotone
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Peotone
29837 Illinois 50 - 13 #13, Peotone, IL 60468
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
Studio
1 bath
$900
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Available Mar 27
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Peotone
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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Available Mar 27
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
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Available May 29
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Kankakee, IL has a diverse atmosphere where many residents appreciate the affordability of housing and convenient access to local amenities. The presence of parks, restaurants, and shopping areas contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. However, some locals express frustration with the crime rates, noting safety concerns in certain neighborhoods. Overall, many enjoy the slower pace of life and community events that bring people together. Renters often find that while there are challenges, the sense of convenience and accessibility makes Kankakee a manageable place to live.
Kankakee's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $840 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $970 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's rental inventory.
May offers the lowest rental rates in Kankakee, while August sees the highest rent with approximately a 6% difference between peak and off-peak pricing. Searching for apartments in May could result in lower prices compared to late summer months.
Kankakee offers strong options for pet owners, with 49% of rental listings welcoming pets. This represents nearly half of the city's average 51 monthly apartment listings, providing good availability for renters with animals.
Utilities are rarely included in Kankakee rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings. Renters should expect to arrange and pay for their own utilities separately from rent across nearly all apartment types in the city.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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