
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bardwell Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Leland Tower Apartments

River Street Plaza

Randall West

400 N Union St

111 Blackhawk Ave

400 E Downer Pl

S & H G Apartments
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314 Oak Ave

168 S Lincoln Ave

747 Aurora Ave

45-65 South Lincoln Avenue

224 Black Hawk St

1101 Ridgeway Ave

749 Front St

177 S Lincoln Ave

545-547 Ashland Ave
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633 Garfield Ave

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415-419 E Galena Blvd

Westmore Apartments

61-65 E Downer Pl

136-146 N Ohio St

301-309 E New York St

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Fox Shore Apartment

354 Spruce St
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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 | $1,207 | $1,090 | $1,325 |
| Bardwell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $1,300 | $1,946 |
| Bardwell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,400 | $2,475 |
| Bardwell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,850 | $2,989 |
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There are currently 39 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 Studio unit found at Lakeview Residences priced from $1,325. Leland Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,410. Here are the most affordable Bardwell apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Residences | Lakeview Residences Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Norte | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Montgomery Place Apartments | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1,817 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bardwell, IL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bardwell area is the $1.85 price per square foot 229 W Downer Pl Model at 229 W Downer Pl, Unit Unit 2 in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Bardwell apartment is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at Downer Place Lofts starting at $1,750 with a $2.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 229 W Downer Pl, Unit Unit 2 | 229 W Downer Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Montgomery Place Apartments | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Norte | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Lakeview Residences | Lakeview Residences Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bardwell Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bardwell Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bardwell Apartment is $1,410 at Leland Tower Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bardwell Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bardwell is starting from $1,600 at The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community.
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