Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Aurora Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $1,600 (8 Rentals)

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6 E Downer Pl

AuroraIL60505

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Downtown Aurora, Aurora, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Aurora Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Aurora area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lakeview Residences priced from $1,150. Arbor West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Aurora apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeview ResidencesS1Studio,1BA$1,150
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,350
Orchard VillagePine1BR,1BA$1,708

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Aurora, IL

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Aurora area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2bed/1bath Model at Downer Place Lofts in the in the Downtown Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Downtown Aurora apartment is the Elm Model at Orchard Village starting at $1,783 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Downer Place Lofts2bed/1bath2BR,1BA$1.67
Orchard VillageElm1BR,1BA$2.23
59 S Lasalle St, Unit #259 S Lasalle St1BR,1BA$2.00
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$2.08
Lakeview ResidencesS1Studio ,1BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Aurora

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Aurora?

There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Aurora, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,070 to $3,432. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Aurora ranging from $1,600 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Aurora?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Aurora ranges from $1,600 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,100.

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