
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Blackhawk Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Blackhawk, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blackhawk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackhawk Studio Apartments | $1,070 | $1,070 | $1,070 | 
| Blackhawk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,195 | $1,825 | 
| Blackhawk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $1,580 | $2,974 | 
| Blackhawk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $2,045 | $2,045 | 
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Blackhawk Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Cheapest Available Blackhawk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Blackhawk area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor West Apartments priced from $1,400. The LUXE Residences of Aurora has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Blackhawk apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 | 
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 | 
| Orchard Village | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 | 
| ReNew Aurora | Avon | 1BR,1BA | $1,710 | 
| Downer Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 | 
| Redwood Aurora | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2,424 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackhawk, IL
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blackhawk area is the $1.94 price per square foot Breezewood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,549. The second greatest value Blackhawk apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Downer Place Lofts starting at $1,825 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blackhawk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Aurora | Breezewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 | 
| Downer Place Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 | 
| Orchard Village | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 | 
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 | 
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 | 
| ReNew Aurora | Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBlackhawk, Aurora, IL
Ranked #18
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Illinois and customized analysis for West Chicago, IL. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Blackhawk Neighborhood in Aurora, IL
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blackhawk Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Blackhawk?
The cheapest apartment in Blackhawk is Arbor West Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Blackhawk costs $2,045.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Blackhawk?
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 6 regular apartments in Blackhawk that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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