
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Aurora Neighborhood of Aurora, IL (42 Rentals)


The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community

Total Monthly Price
Downer Place Lofts

Leland Tower Apartments

River Street Plaza

450 W Downer PL

650 Pennsylvania Ave

24-26 S Locust St
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321 Wilder St

308 E Downer Pl

400 E Downer Pl

110 Cross St

100 E Galena Blvd

232 W Downer Plz

224 Black Hawk St

111-113 N Chestnut St
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633 Garfield Ave

59 S Locust St

177 S Lincoln Ave

639 View St

749 Front St

400 N Union St

168 S Lincoln Ave

323 Rosewood Ave
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422 Pennsylvania Ave

432 Lincoln Ave

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Keystone Lofts

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Fox Shore Apartment

354 Spruce St

340 S Lincoln Ave

449 W Downer Pl

418 E Downer Pl

415-419 E Galena Blvd
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Downtown Aurora, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Aurora?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Aurora Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,090 | $3,023 |
Downtown Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $1,200 | $2,853 |
| Downtown Aurora 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,600 | $4,177 |
| Downtown Aurora 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,900 | $3,421 |
| Downtown Aurora 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Aurora Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Largest Available Downtown Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Aurora area of Chicago, IL is found at Downer Place Lofts and is listed at 865 square feet priced from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 865 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Large (LRA-1L) | 840 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| 100 Broadway on the River | C2 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,824 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Downer | 575 Sq Ft | $1,280 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Luna | 520 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Aurora of Chicago, IL is the Downer Model starting from $1,280 at Leland Tower Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Aurora is currently $1,930. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Leland Tower Apartments | Downer | $1,280 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Luna | $1,545 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | $1,550 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | $1,695 |
| 100 Broadway on the River | C2 | $1,824 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Aurora Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Aurora Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Aurora is $1,930.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Aurora Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Aurora is a 865 square feet unit starting from $1,695 at Downer Place Lofts.
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