
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waubonsee Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $750 (29 Rentals)
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Lakeview Residences

Fox Pointe

Hawthorn at Oakhurst

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Fox Valley Villages

The Aventine at Oakhurst North

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Waubonsee, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waubonsee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waubonsee Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,360 | $1,896 |
| Waubonsee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $1,308 | $2,975 |
| Waubonsee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,319 | $1,350 | $3,677 |
| Waubonsee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,813 | $1,821 | $5,195 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waubonsee Neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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Cheapest Available Waubonsee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waubonsee area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lakeview Residences priced from $1,360. Country Wood Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,569. Here are the most affordable Waubonsee apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Residences | Lakeview Residences Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio, 1BA | $1,360 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,569 |
| Fox Pointe | 2B2B | 2BR, 2BA | $1,589 |
| Fox Valley Villages | Oak | 1BR, 1BA | $1,646 |
| The Aventine at Oakhurst North | Tuscany Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,648 |
| TGM Springbrook | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,649 |
| Bristol Station | Union | 1BR, 1BA | $1,665 |
| Lumen Fox Valley | A01 | Studio, 1BA | $1,733 |
| Tapestry Naperville | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,745 |
| Lucca Fox Valley | a07 | Studio, 1BA | $1,806 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waubonsee, IL
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waubonsee area is the $2.10 price per square foot D Model at Metro 59 Apartments in the Brookdale neighborhood starting from $3,040. The second greatest value Waubonsee apartment is the B2: 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Hawthorn at Oakhurst in the East Side Aurora neighborhood starting at $2,011 with a $2.06 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waubonsee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 59 Apartments | D | 3BR, 2BA | $2.10 |
| Hawthorn at Oakhurst | B2: 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $2.06 |
| Fox Pointe | 2B2B | 2BR, 2BA | $1.72 |
| The Reserve at Summerfield | Burnham - Premium | 1BR, 1BA | $2.48 |
| Willow + Wren Apartments | Sanctuary | 2BR, 1BA | $2.16 |
| Railway Plaza | Zephyr | 1BR, 1BA | $2.27 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.96 |
| Montgomery Place Apartments | Elm | 1BR, 1BA | $2.39 |
| Fox Valley Villages | Oak | 1BR, 1BA | $2.25 |
| The Aventine at Oakhurst North | Piedmont Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waubonsee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waubonsee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waubonsee is under $1,806.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waubonsee?
The cheapest apartment in Waubonsee is Lakeview Residences which is listed at $1,440, while the average apartment in Waubonsee costs $2,074.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waubonsee?
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 13 regular apartments in Waubonsee 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 Waubonsee?
Cheap apartments in Waubonsee have an average cost of $728 which is $1,346 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waubonsee.
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