
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bardwell Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (25 Rentals)
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Leland Tower Apartments

355 W New York St

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100 Broadway on the River

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544 E New York St
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55 E Mill St
Bardwell, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bardwell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bardwell Studio Apartments | $1,688 | $1,090 | $3,023 |
| Bardwell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $600 | $2,853 |
| Bardwell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $600 | $4,177 |
| Bardwell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,409 | $600 | $3,611 |
| Bardwell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bardwell Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Cheapest Available Bardwell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bardwell area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments priced from $600. Leland Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Bardwell apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $600 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Lakeview Residences | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bardwell, IL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bardwell area is the $1.00 price per square foot 544 E New York St Model at 544 E New York St in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Bardwell apartment is the 430 Grand Ave Model at 430 Grand Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,985 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bardwell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 544 E New York St | 544 E New York St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 430 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 430 Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 111 Blackhawk St, Unit 111 Blackhawk Downstairs Unit | 111 Blackhawk St | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| 70 S Chestnut St, Unit 3 rd | 70 S Chestnut St | 3BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Montgomery Place Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 100 Broadway on the River | C2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Sage Crest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Lakeview Residences | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bardwell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bardwell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bardwell is under $1,824.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bardwell?
The cheapest apartment in Bardwell is Sage Crest Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Bardwell costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bardwell?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Bardwell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bardwell?
Cheap apartments in Bardwell have an average cost of $138 which is $2,362 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bardwell.
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