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Rental Market Trends in Aurora, IL

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Aurora, IL is $1,648/month.

Rent in Aurora is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,648/month

Average Rent

727 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.1%

Change / Year

1,821

Available Apartments

Aurora rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Aurora average $1,257 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Aurora average $1,648 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Aurora average $2,063 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Aurora average $2,574 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,257/month
538 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,648/month
727 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,063/month
1,036 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,574/month
1,284 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,383/month
1,067 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,880/month
1,558 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,943/month
2,582 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,209/month
1,204 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,396/month
1,303 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,890/month
1,750 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Aurora, IL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.1%, which averages out to $19 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Aurora, IL

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Aurora, IL
Percentage*
Rent Range
3% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
34% $1,001 - $1,500/month
11% $1,501 - $2,000/month
26% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora?

Based on current rent prices, Waubonsee, Eola Yards and Edgelawn Randall are the most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Waubonsee
$1,791/month
880 Sq Ft
Eola Yards
$1,810/month
729 Sq Ft
Edgelawn Randall
$1,849/month
785 Sq Ft
Big Woods Marmion-DuPage
$1,875/month
774 Sq Ft
Downtown Aurora
$1,928/month
722 Sq Ft
Fox Valley
$1,980/month
781 Sq Ft
Far East
$1,989/month
770 Sq Ft
Blackberry Countryside
$2,027/month
829 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Aurora?

Based on current rent prices, Blackberry Countryside, Far East and Fox Valley are the most expensive neighborhoods in Aurora.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Blackberry Countryside
$2,027/month
829 Sq Ft
Far East
$1,989/month
770 Sq Ft
Fox Valley
$1,980/month
781 Sq Ft
Downtown Aurora
$1,928/month
722 Sq Ft
Big Woods Marmion-DuPage
$1,875/month
774 Sq Ft
Edgelawn Randall
$1,849/month
785 Sq Ft
Eola Yards
$1,810/month
729 Sq Ft
Waubonsee
$1,791/month
880 Sq Ft

Which Aurora neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Aurora with the most apartments available are Fox Valley, Downtown Aurora and Edgelawn Randall .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Fox Valley
$1,980/month
781 Sq Ft
Downtown Aurora
$1,928/month
722 Sq Ft
Edgelawn Randall
$1,849/month
785 Sq Ft
Far East
$1,989/month
770 Sq Ft
Eola Yards
$1,810/month
729 Sq Ft
Blackberry Countryside
$2,027/month
829 Sq Ft
Big Woods Marmion-DuPage
$1,875/month
774 Sq Ft
Waubonsee
$1,791/month
880 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Aurora, IL?

Because the average rent in Aurora is $1,648, you’ll want to make about $5,493 per month or $65,916 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Aurora, IL

1,821 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Aurora, IL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Aurora, IL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Waubonsee

Aurora, IL

Blackberry Countryside

Aurora, IL

Studio
-
$1,698/month
One Bedroom
$1,721/month
$2,034/month
Two Bedroom
$2,094/month
$2,401/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,752/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Montgomery

    Montgomery

    Avg Rent: $1,444/month

  • North Aurora

    North Aurora

    Avg Rent: $1,574/month

  • Oswego

    Oswego

    Avg Rent: $1,760/month

  • Batavia

    Batavia

    Avg Rent: $1,234/month

  • Naperville

    Naperville

    Avg Rent: $1,838/month

  • Warrenville

    Warrenville

    Avg Rent: $2,084/month

  • Geneva

    Geneva

    Avg Rent: $1,896/month

Apartment Communities in Aurora We Think You'll Love

TGM Springbrook

TGM Springbrook

4101 Chesapeake Dr,
Aurora, IL 60504

1-2 Beds | $1,649 - $2,614

The Aventine at Oakhurst North

The Aventine at Oakhurst North

2800 Pontiac Dr,
Aurora, IL 60502

1-2 Beds | $1,616 - $2,292

Arden of Warrenville

Arden of Warrenville

28294 Ferry Rd,
Warrenville, IL 60555

1-4 Beds | $1,903 - $5,115

Arbors of Brookdale

Arbors of Brookdale

1373 Ivy Ln,
Naperville, IL 60563

1-3 Beds | $1,995 - $3,075

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Aurora?

The average rent in Aurora is $1,648 per month, which is 1.0% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Aurora?

The average rent for a house in Aurora, IL is $2,880 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Aurora?

The average rent for a townhome in Aurora, IL is $2,396 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Aurora?

Rents in Aurora, IL are increasing, with prices up 1.1% year-over-year and $19 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Aurora?

In Aurora, IL, 34% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Illinois Aurora Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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