
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waubonsee Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $700 (14 Rentals)
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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 | $1,915 | $1,440 | $2,019 |
| Waubonsee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $1,339 | $2,846 |
| Waubonsee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $1,449 | $3,848 |
| Waubonsee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $1,653 | $3,625 |
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There are currently 14 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 $1,440. Fox Valley Villages has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,470. Here are the most affordable Waubonsee apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Residences | Studio, 1 Bath Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
| Fox Valley Villages | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
| TGM Springbrook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Hawthorn at Oakhurst | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,603 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waubonsee, IL
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waubonsee area is the $1.82 price per square foot C3 Model at Metro 59 Apartments in the in the Brookdale neighborhood starting from $2,410. The second greatest value Waubonsee apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome - RENOVATED Model at Lakeview Townhomes at Fox Valley starting at $2,324 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Country Lakes neighborhood. 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 | C3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Lakeview Townhomes at Fox Valley | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome - RENOVATED | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.15 |
| Willow + Wren Apartments | Sanctuary | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Railway Plaza | Zephyr | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Aurora at Summerfield | The Adler | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Fox Valley Villages | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Montgomery Place Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Hawthorn at Oakhurst | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Legacy at Fox Valley Apartments | Amelia | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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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 $1,683.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waubonsee?
The cheapest apartment in Waubonsee is Fox Valley Villages which is listed at $1,470, while the average apartment in Waubonsee costs $2,827.
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 23 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 $200 which is $2,627 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waubonsee.
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