
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Aurora Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Downtown Aurora, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Aurora?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Aurora Studio Apartments | $1,233 | $1,070 | $1,320 |
Downtown Aurora 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $600 | $2,770 |
Downtown Aurora 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $600 | $3,438 |
Downtown Aurora 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $600 | $1,975 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Aurora Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Aurora area of Chicago, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Sage Crest Apartments priced from $600. 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 Downtown Aurora apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sage Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $600 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Orchard Village | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
Downer Place Lofts | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Aurora, IL
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Aurora area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2bed/1bath Model at Downer Place Lofts in the in the Downtown Aurora neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Downtown Aurora apartment is the Elm Model at Orchard Village starting at $1,735 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Aurora apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Downer Place Lofts | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Orchard Village | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Sage Crest Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Aurora, Aurora, IL
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Aurora, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Downtown Aurora Neighborhood in Aurora, IL
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Aurora Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Aurora?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Aurora is Sage Crest Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Downtown Aurora costs $1,835.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Aurora?
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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Aurora that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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