Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Galena Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (10 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Near West Galena area of Aurora.

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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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Near West Galena, Aurora, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near West Galena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West Galena area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lakeview Residences priced from $1,150. Aurora Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Near West Galena apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeview ResidencesS1Studio,1BA$1,150
Aurora HeightsLg 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Galena, IL

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Galena area is the $1.95 price per square foot Breezewood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,574. The second greatest value Near West Galena apartment is the DaVinci Model at Aurora At Summerfield Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Prescott Mill Crossings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West Galena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood AuroraBreezewood2BR,2BA$1.95
Aurora At Summerfield ApartmentsDaVinci2BR,2BA$1.85
Downer Place Lofts2bed/1bath2BR,1BA$1.67
Fairhaven Village Apartments2 Bedroom (A)2BR,1BA$1.64
Covey at Fox ValleySanctuary2BR,1BA$2.13
Orchard VillageElm1BR,1BA$2.23
59 S Lasalle St, Unit #259 S Lasalle St1BR,1BA$2.00
Arbor West Apartments1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$2.08
Aurora HeightsLg 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
Lakeview ResidencesS1Studio ,1BA$2.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Near West Galena, Aurora, IL

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

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Getting Around the Near West Galena Neighborhood in Aurora, IL

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Galena Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Galena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Galena Apartment is $1,325 at Aurora Heights.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near West Galena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near West Galena is starting from $1,420 at Fairhaven Village Apartments.

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