
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (44 Rentals)
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ReNew Aurora

Leland Tower Apartments

River Street Plaza

Randall West

400 N Union St

111 Blackhawk Ave

400 E Downer Pl
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S & H G Apartments

45-65 South Lincoln Avenue

177 S Lincoln Ave

747 Aurora Ave

168 S Lincoln Ave

2035 Best Pl

314 Oak Ave

1101 Ridgeway Ave
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224 Black Hawk St

545-547 Ashland Ave

513 Hartford Ave

633 Garfield Ave

2081 Best Pl

Autumnwood Apartments

Village West Apartments

Fox Valley Apartments- Todd School
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Lake Pointe

Fox Valley Apartments- Lincoln School

415-419 E Galena Blvd

Westmore Apartments
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301-309 E New York St

Marywood Apartments

61-65 E Downer Pl

354 Spruce St

Fox Shore Apartment

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Downer Place

Constitution House
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Onyx on Victoria

Anderson Farms Apartments

2028 Kevin Dr

55 E Mill St
South End, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South End Studio Apartments | $1,090 | $1,090 | $1,090 |
| South End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $1,300 | $1,750 |
| South End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,236 | $1,400 | $6,577 |
| South End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,830 | $1,850 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 44 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 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Aurora priced from $1,385. Leland Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,410. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Aurora | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Onyx on Victoria | Premier 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Norte | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, IL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.85 price per square foot 229 W Downer Pl Model at 229 W Downer Pl, Unit Unit 2 in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value South End apartment is the Beverly Model at ReNew Aurora starting at $2,009 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 229 W Downer Pl, Unit Unit 2 | 229 W Downer Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| ReNew Aurora | Beverly | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Mayan Apartments | Norte | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Onyx on Victoria | Premier 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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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!
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 $1,385 at ReNew Aurora.
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 $1,600 at The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community.
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