
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North River Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (24 Rentals)
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321 Old Indian Trail

ReNew Aurora

Keystone Lofts

Arbor West Apartments

The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community

Downer Place Lofts

1111 Garfield Ave
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229 W Downer Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2

Sage Crest Apartments

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Autumnwood Apartments

321 W Old Indian Trl

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159 N 4th St
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371 Cedar St

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North River, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North River Studio Apartments | $1,090 | $1,090 | $1,090 |
| North River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $1,295 | $1,750 |
| North River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $1,495 | $3,012 |
| North River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $1,850 | $2,105 |
| North River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North River Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Cheapest Available North River Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North River area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Aurora priced from $1,385. Keystone Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable North River apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Aurora | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Keystone Lofts | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North River, IL
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the North River area is the $1.92 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,649. The second greatest value North River apartment is the Plan 1 Model at Keystone Lofts starting at $1,395 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Aurora | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Keystone Lofts | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| 321 Old Indian Trail | 321 Old Indian Trail | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| ReNew Aurora | Avon | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North River Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North River?
The cheapest apartment in North River is ReNew Aurora which is listed at $1,385, while the average apartment in North River costs $2,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North River?
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 North River that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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