Bourbonnais

Bourbonnais

Bourbonnais, Kankakee • 60914

A growing community adjacent to Kankakee, home to Olivet Nazarene University and the former Chicago Bears summer training camp. Newer development with a suburban feel at rural prices.

$185,000
Median Home Price
19,000
Population
75 min
Commute to Downtown
Parks & Recreation

Bourbonnais Township Park District with Perry Farm, Civic Center, sports complexes, and walking trails. Exploration Station children's museum. Close to Kankakee River State Park.

Shopping & Dining

Route 45/52 commercial corridor — Northfield Square area with national retailers, grocery stores, and chain restaurants. Growing selection of local restaurants. Olivet Nazarene campus dining options.

Transportation & Commute

I-57 direct access. Route 45/52 corridor. Close to Kankakee Amtrak station for Chicago service.

Nearest Metra: Kankakee Amtrak (5 min)

Highway access: I-57, US-45/52

What It's Like to Live Here

Bourbonnais is the commercial hub of Kankakee County with a distinctly suburban character. Olivet Nazarene University gives it a college-town atmosphere with campus events, athletics, and cultural programming. Newer subdivisions offer modern homes at prices that are a fraction of Will County. The former Chicago Bears training camp put Bourbonnais on the map, and the community retains a connection to that legacy. Families appreciate the good schools, abundant retail, and safe neighborhoods.

Demographics

Median household income around $60,000. Family-oriented suburban community. About 32% of households have children. Homeownership rate near 70%. Olivet Nazarene University adds a younger demographic. Population has grown steadily with new residential development.

Crime & Safety

Low crime rate — significantly lower than adjacent Kankakee. Property crime is the primary category and is below state averages. The Bourbonnais Police Department is well-staffed and community-focused. Newer subdivisions have minimal incident rates.

Special Attractions

Olivet Nazarene University — campus events, athletics, and cultural programming. Exploration Station — a hands-on children's museum. Perry Farm Park with historic buildings, trails, and seasonal festivals. Former Chicago Bears summer training camp site. Close to Kankakee River State Park.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Olivet Nazarene University events and athletics. Exploration Station children's museum. Perry Farm seasonal festivals and nature programs. Route 45/52 dining corridor. Close to Kankakee River State Park outdoor recreation. Splash Valley Aquatic Park nearby. Movie theaters and bowling on the commercial strip.

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