494 S Chicago Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
What This House Offers
Welcome home to this spacious rental available now! Plenty of space with this 2nd floor unit 2 bedrooms 1 bath,living room,separate dining room,& kitchen.… Hardwood flooring,front & back porch,plus possible garage parking is available for added convenience. This unit is conveniently located in Kankakee situated near grocery stores,shopping,schools,entertainment,public transportation,and emergency services. Less than 2 miles from the Kankakee River,where you can enjoy fishing,boating,swimming,or relaxing walks along the Riverwalk. Plus,easy access to the interstate is just 5 miles away,making commuting simple. Don't miss this opportunity to make this well-located unit your next home. This is one you don't want to miss! MLS# MRD12744572
Unit
Community Features
- Garages
494 S Chicago Ave is a single-family home for rent in Kankakee, IL
Fees & Policies
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Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1915
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Property Attached
- Entry on the 2nd floor
Interior Spaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 1175 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Storage
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Public Water Source
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,800
- Property Available on 2026-08-28
- Rent includes water
Community Details
Overview
- 5 Units
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Kankakee, IL 60901
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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Driveability
Very drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
John Kennedy Middle Grade School
Grades K-5
Public
Steuben Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
L W C Academy
Grades PK-5
Private
Kankakee Junior High School
Grades 6-8
Public
Aquinas Catholic Academy-Hickory
Grades K-8
Private
Kankakee High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Kankakee Community College | Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi) |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Drive: 8 min (4 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 494 S Chicago Ave proximity to River Plaza, Town Mall, and Marycrest Shopping Center. River Plaza is 0.4 miles away, and Town Mall is within an 11 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 494 S Chicago Ave are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 3.7 miles, including Exploration Station, Perry Farm Park, and Strickler Planetarium.
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