
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Aurora, IL from $600 (7 Rentals)
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South End, Aurora, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South End?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South End Studio Apartments | $1,233 | $1,070 | $1,320 |
South End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $600 | $2,821 |
South End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,461 | $600 | $3,684 |
South End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $600 | $2,791 |
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Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Onyx On Victoria priced from $1,300. 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 South End apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Onyx On Victoria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Signal Point Apartments | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, IL
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.81 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Aurora in the in the West Side Aurora neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value South End apartment is the Cypress Model at Montgomery Place Apartments starting at $1,969 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Prescott Mill Crossings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Redwood Aurora | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
Montgomery Place Apartments | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Downer Place Lofts | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Orchard Village | Willow | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
Lakeview Residences | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Signal Point Apartments | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
ReNew Aurora | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Onyx On Victoria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth End, Aurora, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South End Neighborhood in Aurora, IL
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
19 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 South End Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment is $1,300 at Onyx On Victoria.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South End is starting from $1,350 at Signal Point Apartments.
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