Kankakee, IL Housing Market

Market data powered by Zillow Research. Last updated: 2026-04-02

Kankakee, IL is showing healthy, moderate growth.

  • Steady price growth of 5.2% year-over-year — a balanced market.
  • Price-to-rent ratio: 12.9 — buying is likely more cost-effective than renting.

Median Home Value

$215,628

ZHVI

Year-over-Year

+5.2%

Price change

5-Year Change

+33.9%

Since 2021

Median Rent

$1,397/mo

ZORI

Active Listings

256

For sale

State Avg

$281,547

Illinois

Home Value Trends

5-year Zillow Home Value Index for Kankakee, IL vs. state and national averages.

Rent Data

Median Rent

$1,397/mo

Rent YoY Change

+4.9%

Rent vs. Buy Calculator

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