Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Blackhawk Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (8 Rentals)

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Indian Trail Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments

371 Old Indian TrailAurora, IL 60506
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Autumnwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

734 N Gladstone AveAurora, IL 60506
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321 W Old Indian Trl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

321 W Old Indian Trl

321 W Old Indian TrlAurora, IL 60506
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Blackhawk, Aurora, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Blackhawk Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Blackhawk area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lakeview Residences priced from $1,150. 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 Blackhawk apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeview ResidencesS1Studio,1BA$1,150
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,350
ReNew AuroraAudrey1BR,1BA$1,391

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blackhawk, IL

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blackhawk area is the $1.78 price per square foot Breezewood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,349. The second greatest value Blackhawk apartment is the 2bed/1bath Model at Downer Place Lofts starting at $1,725 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Downtown Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blackhawk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AuroraBreezewood2BR,2BA$1.78
Downer Place Lofts2bed/1bath2BR,1BA$1.67
Orchard VillageElm1BR,1BA$2.11
Montgomery Place ApartmentsElm1BR,1BA$2.28
59 S Lasalle St, Unit #259 S Lasalle St1BR,1BA$2.00
ReNew AuroraAshford1BR,1BA$2.12
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$2.08
Lakeview ResidencesS1Studio ,1BA$2.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Blackhawk, Aurora, IL

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Illinois and customized analysis for West Chicago, IL. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Blackhawk Neighborhood in Aurora, IL

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blackhawk Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackhawk Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Blackhawk Apartment is $1,350 at Arbor West Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Blackhawk Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Blackhawk is starting from $1,725 at Downer Place Lofts.

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