Average Rent in Aurora, IL
13 apartment buildings, 242 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$2,178/mo
market average
Cheapest
$1,385/mo
ReNew Aurora
Properties
13
tracked daily
Units
242
available now
Aurora, IL Resident Access
City Club members share insider gate codes, parking links, and amenity tips.
Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 13 properties in Aurora, IL.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Aurora, IL Rent Prices
All 13 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
ReNew Aurora
2000 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506, USA
Springs at Orchard Road
1801 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542, USA
Fox Valley Villages
710 S Eola Rd, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
Fox Pointe
2074 Fox Pointe Cir, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
Springs At Oswego
801 Fifth St, Oswego, IL 60543, USA
Haven on Long Grove
826 Terrace Lake Dr, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
500 Station
675 Station Blvd, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ReNew Aurora 2000 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506, USA | $1,385 | $1,806 | $2.15 | 4 (94) | 3 |
| 2 | Springs at Orchard Road 1801 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542, USA | $1,514 | $1,851 | $2.13 | 4.2 (124) | 22 |
| 3 | Fox Valley Villages 710 S Eola Rd, Aurora, IL 60504, USA | $1,543 | $1,779 | $1.90 | 4 (474) | 15 |
| 4 | Fox Pointe 2074 Fox Pointe Cir, Aurora, IL 60504, USA | $1,589 | $1,666 | $1.72 | 3.4 (123) | 12 |
| 5 | Springs At Oswego 801 Fifth St, Oswego, IL 60543, USA | $1,626 | $2,176 | $2.08 | 4.2 (135) | 29 |
| 6 | Haven on Long Grove 826 Terrace Lake Dr, Aurora, IL 60504, USA | $1,638 | $2,107 | $2.09 | 3.8 (296) | 6 |
| 7 | 500 Station 675 Station Blvd, Aurora, IL 60504, USA | $1,749 | $2,176 | $2.38 | 3.7 (123) | 39 |
Explore Each Property
ReNew Aurora
4 (94)2000 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506, USA
Springs at Orchard Road
4.2 (124)1801 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542, USA
Fox Valley Villages
4 (474)710 S Eola Rd, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
Fox Pointe
3.4 (123)2074 Fox Pointe Cir, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
Springs At Oswego
4.2 (135)801 Fifth St, Oswego, IL 60543, USA
Haven on Long Grove
3.8 (296)826 Terrace Lake Dr, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
Aurora, IL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Aurora, IL is $2,178 per month, based on 242 units across 13 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,385 at ReNew Aurora to $2,483 at Redwood Aurora.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,055/mo | $1,514/mo | 66 |
| 1 Bed | $2,060/mo | $1,385/mo | 83 |
| 2 Bed | $2,391/mo | $1,589/mo | 85 |
| 3 Bed | $2,165/mo | $1,821/mo | 8 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Building Economics
How much do Aurora, IL apartments earn?
The 10 buildings we can estimate generate about $6.3M in rental revenue per month ($75M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Lucca Fox Valley | $1.1M/mo | 86% | 594 |
| 2.Springs At Oswego | $1.1M/mo | 94% | 510 |
| 3.500 Station | $906K/mo | 91% | 417 |
| 4.Springs at Orchard Road | $777K/mo | 95% | 426 |
| 5.Metro 59 | $626K/mo | 98% | 270 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Aurora, IL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Aurora, IL averages $2,060/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,391/mo. At the local median household income of $90,109, that works out to 29% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Aurora, IL at $1,535/mo. The current tracked market average runs 42% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Aurora, IL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Chicago
Demand in the Chicago rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Caterpillar
- Western Electric (Alcatel-Lucent)
- Rush Copley Medical Center
Mean one-way commute in Aurora, IL is 28 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Aurora, IL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$87,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,178/mo.
Comfortable income
$105,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,385/mo), you need to earn at least $55,000/year.
Median household income in Aurora, IL is $90,109 , about 14% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Aurora, IL
Overall prices in Aurora, IL runs above the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 102.5, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Aurora, IL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,178 |
| Utilities | $477 |
| Groceries | $563 |
| Transportation | $1,138 |
| Healthcare | $555 |
| Other goods and services | $888 |
| Estimated total | $5,799/mo |
Population
179,867
Median household income
$90,109
Census median rent
$1,535/mo
Rent as % of income
28.5%
Median age
35.2
Mean commute
28 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in Illinois
How Aurora, IL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Aurora, IL | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $3,481 | +60% | 31 |
| Schaumburg, IL | $2,186 | 0% | 12 |
| Rockford, IL | $1,336 | -39% | 11 |
| Peoria, IL | $1,356 | -38% | 11 |
| Springfield, IL | $1,269 | -42% | 10 |
| Evanston, IL | $2,795 | +28% | 9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Aurora, IL?
The average rent in Aurora, IL is $2,178 per month, based on 242 units across 13 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Aurora, IL?
The lowest available rent in Aurora, IL starts at $1,385 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Aurora, IL?
1-bedroom apartments in Aurora, IL average $2,060/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,385/mo across 83 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Aurora, IL?
2-bedroom apartments in Aurora, IL average $2,391/mo. Units start from $1,589/mo across 85 units currently listed.
Rent Trends in Aurora, IL
Track how apartment prices are changing over time.
Missing your neighborhood?
Tell us where you're looking. We'll start tracking prices within 24 hours.
Get Started