Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (10 Rentals)

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Autumnwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

734 N Gladstone AveAurora, IL 60506
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South End, Aurora, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sage Crest Apartments3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$600
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,350
Leland Tower ApartmentsGalena1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AuroraWillowood2BR,2BA$1.85
609 College Ave, Unit 1 - Lower609 College Ave2BR,1BA$2.18
Orchard VillageElm1BR,1BA$2.23
Lakeview ResidencesB12BR,1BA$2.22
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$2.08
Sage Crest Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.00
ReNew AuroraAvon1BR,1BA$2.40
Leland Tower ApartmentsGalena1BR,1BA$2.56

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South End, Aurora, IL

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in Aurora, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Illinois, including Aurora. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

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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