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1980 Selmarten Rd

5S070 Pebblewood Ln, Unit G1

1034 Fenton St

148 N Root St

1001 Ritter St

225 S Gregory St

189 S Gregory St

523 Grand Ave

744 High St, Unit 2
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744 High St, Unit 2

86 N 4th St

451 Marion Ave

386 Echo Ln

2732 Wilshire Ct

105 N Gregory St

3327 Allspice Ct

185 S Gregory St

29W649 Winchester Cir

1486 W Jefferson Ave
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1738 Windward Ct

306 N Union St

737 Serendipity Dr

2615 Oakshire Ct

2554 Dickens Dr

29W603 Winchester Circle, 4, Unit 4

1009 Prairie St

437 Thomas Jefferson Ct

356 Ogden Falls Blvd

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2165 Sunrise Cir

647 Hardin Ave

671 S Lake St

436 Yorktown Ct

353 S Whispering Hills Dr

2527 Eldorado Ln

1512 W Jefferson Ave, Unit B

729 Serendipity Dr

2818 Alameda Ct

2884 Cedar Glade Dr
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2716 Yorkshire Ct

2607 Sheehan Ct, Unit 101

2527 Sheehan Dr

782 Symphony Dr

923 Four Seasons Blvd

271 Springbrook Trail S

1359 Raymond Dr

402 S Frontenac St

2017 Grayhawk Dr

2053 Grayhawk Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Aurora?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,392 | $1,650 | $4,250 |
| Aurora 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,891 | $1,750 | $6,500 |
| Aurora 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,892 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Aurora 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,128 | $2,200 | $5,900 |
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Cheapest Available Aurora Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aurora, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood priced from $600. Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aurora apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $600 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Aurora Heights | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Deville Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | New York | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,308 |
| Autumn Run Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Springs At Orchard Road Apartments | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,483 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aurora area is the $1.94 price per square foot DTH La Belle Model at Heyday Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Aurora apartment is the 430 Grand Ave Model at 430 Grand Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,984 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heyday Aurora | DTH La Belle | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
| 430 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 430 Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Haoyue Investments LLC | 2 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom with Patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Fox Pointe | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | New York | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Deville Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Fairhaven Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Sage Crest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Aurora?
There are currently 318 Apartments for Rent in Aurora, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $4,666. There are also 240 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Aurora ranging from $1,600 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Aurora?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Aurora ranges from $1,600 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,859.
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