Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (10 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South End?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South End Studio Apartments | $1,070 | $1,070 | $1,070 |
South End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $600 | $2,710 |
South End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,431 | $600 | $3,701 |
South End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $600 | $2,873 |
South End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $2,315 | $2,910 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South End Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments priced from $600. 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 South End apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sage Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $600 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, IL
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.85 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,549. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 609 College Ave Model at 609 College Ave, Unit 1 - Lower starting at $1,795 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the East Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Redwood Aurora | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
609 College Ave, Unit 1 - Lower | 609 College Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Orchard Village | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Lakeview Residences | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Sage Crest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
ReNew Aurora | Avon | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Getting Around the South End Neighborhood in Aurora, IL
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment is $600 at Sage Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South End is starting from $600 at Sage Crest Apartments.
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