1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL (195 Rentals)

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285 Gregory St
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285 Gregory St

285 Gregory StAurora, IL 60504
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450 W Downer PL
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450 W Downer PL

450 W Downer PLAurora, IL 60506
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1601 Reckinger Rd
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1601 Reckinger Rd

1601 Reckinger RdAurora, IL 60505
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1685 Felten Rd
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1685 Felten Rd

1685 Felten RdAurora, IL 60505
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400 N Union St
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400 N Union St

400 N Union StAurora, IL 60505
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168 S Lincoln AveAurora, IL 60505
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1771 Felten Rd
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1771 Felten Rd

1771 Felten RdAurora, IL 60505
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1761 Felten St
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1761 Felten St

1761 Felten StAurora, IL 60505
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323 Rosewood Ave
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323 Rosewood Ave

323 Rosewood AveAurora, IL 60505
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639 View St
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639 View St

639 View StAurora, IL 60506
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400 E Downer Pl
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400 E Downer Pl

400 E Downer PlAurora, IL 60505

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2050 Lilac Ln
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2050 Lilac Ln

2050 Lilac LnAurora, IL 60506
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2120 Best Pl
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2120 Best Pl

2120 Best PlAurora, IL 60506
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LSSK Apartments
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LSSK Apartments

1810 Felten RdAurora, IL 60505
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1866 Lilac Ln
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1866 Lilac Ln

1866 Lilac LnAurora, IL 60506
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1810 N Felton Rd
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1810 N Felton Rd

1810 N Felton RdAurora, IL 60505
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432 Lincoln Ave
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432 Lincoln Ave

432 Lincoln AveAurora, IL 60505
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1715 Felten Rd
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1715 Felten Rd

1715 Felten RdAurora, IL 60505
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513 Hartford Ave
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513 Hartford Ave

513 Hartford AveAurora, IL 60506

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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 950 square feet and currently listed start at $1,975. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Aurora:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
McDowell Point 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsElm HC962 Sq Ft$2,462
Metro 59 ApartmentsA2950 Sq Ft$1,975
Lumen Fox ValleyA4918 Sq Ft$2,162
Springs At Orchard Road Apartments1 Bedroom Grand Overlook909 Sq Ft$1,899
Downer Place LoftsOne Bedroom900 Sq Ft$1,825
Lucca Fox Valleyb1a875 Sq Ft$2,309
The LUXE Residences of AuroraOne Bedroom Large (LRA-1L)840 Sq Ft$1,650
Railway PlazaZephyr840 Sq Ft$1,959
The Apartments at Kirkland CrossingHickory820 Sq Ft$1,868
Arbors of BrookdaleAshwood790 Sq Ft$1,915

Cheapest Available Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 12, 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 1 Bedroom (A) Model at Fairhaven Village Apartments starting at $1,175 in the East Side Aurora neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Aurora is currently $1,888. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Aurora:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Wedgewood Manor Active Senior LivingB$1,070
Fairhaven Village Apartments1 Bedroom (A)$1,175
The Onyx on VictoriaUpgraded 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment$1,230
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath$1,325
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small$1,400
ReNew AuroraAshford$1,500
The Aventine at Oakhurst NorthPiedmont Renovated$1,503
River OaksOne Bedroom$1,505
The LUXE Residences of AuroraOne Bedroom Small (LRA-1S)$1,550
Orion 59Nichols$1,581

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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

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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 $1,888.

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 832 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.