
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL (201 Rentals)


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Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aurora?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Aurora Studio Apartments | $1,794 | $995 | $2,685 |
Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,070 | $3,349 |
Aurora 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,300 | $3,635 |
Aurora 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $1,653 | $4,295 |
Aurora 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,365 | $7,220 | $7,511 |
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Largest Available Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Aurora, IL is found at McDowell Point 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood and is 962 square feet priced from $2,462. Metro 59 Apartments in the Brookdale neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 938 square feet and currently listed start at $2,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Aurora:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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McDowell Point 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Elm HC | 962 Sq Ft | $2,462 |
Metro 59 Apartments | A3 | 938 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
803 Corday at Naperville | Picasso | 925 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Lumen Fox Valley | A4 | 918 Sq Ft | $2,064 |
Springs At Orchard Road Apartments | 1 Bedroom Grand Overlook | 909 Sq Ft | $1,805 |
Seasons at North Aurora | 1E | 886 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Lucca Fox Valley | b1a | 875 Sq Ft | $2,336 |
Downer Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 865 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Springs At Oswego | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 857 Sq Ft | $1,722 |
Arbors of Brookdale | Ashwood | 790 Sq Ft | $1,945 |
Cheapest Available Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Aurora, IL is the B Model starting from $1,070 at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood. The second most affordable Aurora 1 Bedroom is the Benton Model at Leland Tower Apartments starting at $1,175 in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Aurora is currently $1,931. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Aurora:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | $1,070 |
Leland Tower Apartments | Benton | $1,175 |
Autumn Run Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $1,300 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | $1,400 |
ReNew Aurora | Ashford | $1,500 |
Orion 59 | Nichols | $1,519 |
River Oaks | One Bedroom | $1,530 |
Hawthorn at Oakhurst | A2 | $1,535 |
Fifteen98 | Ronan | $1,652 |
The Aventine at Oakhurst North | Piedmont Renovated | $1,662 |
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Aurora Overview
Known affectionately as the 'City of Lights', Aurora is the second most-populated city in the entire state of Illinois. Technically a suburb of the greater Chicago vicinity, this thriving locale has much to offer potential residents in the way of schools, employment, amenities and overall opportunity.
Why live in Aurora, IL?
A close second to the might Chicago in terms of opportunity and scope, Aurora apartment rentals truly represent some of the best living that Illinois has to offer. Close to world-class health care, education systems, public parks and nightlife, this is one larger-than-life hotspot that shows little signs of slowing in prosperity any time soon.
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Getting Around Aurora, IL
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
23 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Aurora Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Aurora with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Aurora is at Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living listed at $1,070.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Aurora Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Aurora is $1,931.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Aurora Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Aurora is a 962 square feet unit starting from $2,462 at McDowell Point 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
What is the average size for Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Aurora is currently 850 sq ft.
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