
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Farnsworth Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Farnsworth area of Aurora.


Leland Tower Apartments

Lakeview Residences

100 Broadway on the River

The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community

Fox Pointe
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Haven on Long Grove

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Hawthorn at Oakhurst

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The Reserve at Summerfield

The Aventine at Oakhurst North
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Willow + Wren Apartments

161 N Ohio St

430 Grand Ave, Unit 1

731 Serendipity Dr

Silver Oaks At Waterford

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South Farnsworth, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Farnsworth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Farnsworth Studio Apartments | $1,699 | $1,090 | $3,023 |
| South Farnsworth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $600 | $2,853 |
| South Farnsworth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $600 | $4,177 |
| South Farnsworth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $600 | $3,421 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Farnsworth Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Farnsworth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Farnsworth area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments priced from $600. Leland Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable South Farnsworth apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $600 |
| Leland Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Lakeview Residences | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Fox Pointe | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1,589 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Farnsworth, IL
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Farnsworth area is the $1.54 price per square foot 430 Grand Ave Model at 430 Grand Ave, Unit 1 in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value South Farnsworth apartment is the DaVinci - Premium Model at The Reserve at Summerfield starting at $2,166 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Prescott Mill Crossings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Farnsworth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 430 Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Reserve at Summerfield | DaVinci - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Fox Pointe | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Willow + Wren Apartments | Sanctuary | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Fox Valley Villages | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Haven on Long Grove | Adair | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Hawthorn at Oakhurst | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The LUXE Residences of Aurora 55+ Community | One Bedroom Small (LRA-1S) | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Sage Crest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Farnsworth Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Farnsworth?
The cheapest apartment in South Farnsworth is Sage Crest Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in South Farnsworth costs $2,190.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Farnsworth?
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 7 regular apartments in South Farnsworth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Farnsworth?
Cheap apartments in South Farnsworth have an average cost of $732 which is $1,458 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Farnsworth.
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