Aurora, IL Rental Market Trends
Last updated: February 18, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Aurora is $1,876, a 6.11% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,768.
Studio Apartments at $1,360 offer the most budget-friendly option with 513 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.
One-bedroom apartments provide 736 square feet for $1,664, balancing privacy and affordability.
Two-beedroom units at $2,043 offer 1,052 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,369 sq ft) for $2,583, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Aurora, IL
Last updated: February 18, 2026
| Average Rent | Average Apartment Size | |
|---|---|---|
| All Rentals | $1,876 | 910 sq. ft. |
| Studio | $1,360 | 513 sq. ft. |
| 1 Bed | $1,664 | 736 sq. ft. |
| 2 Beds | $2,043 | 1,052 sq. ft. |
| 3 Beds | $2,583 | 1,369 sq. ft. |
Aurora, IL rent trends
Rental prices in Aurora, IL have increased by 6.11% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,768 to $1,876.
What's the typical rent budget in Aurora, IL?
The largest share of rentals in Aurora, IL (43%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Do most people rent or own in Aurora, IL?
20,040 or 33% of the households in Aurora, IL are renter-occupied while 40,356 or 67% are owner-occupied.
Most affordable neighborhoods in Aurora?
Orchard Green $1,252/month
Downtown Aurora $1,320/month
Liberty Square $2,233/month
All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,876/month.Average Rent in Aurora, IL By Neighborhood
| Neighborhood | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Liberty Square | $2,233 |
| Downtown Aurora | $1,320 |
| Orchard Green | $1,252 |
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Aurora | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood
Rent in Downtown Aurora is 41% lower than in Liberty Square
$1,320
Downtown Aurora rent is 30% lower than Aurora average
Average Rent
$1,320
$2,233
Liberty Square rent is 19% higher than Aurora average
Average Rent
$2,233
How Aurora Compares to Other Cities
| City | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Aurora | $1,876 |
| Chicago | $2,454 |
| Oak Park | $2,266 |
| Evanston | $2,598 |
| Naperville | $2,093 |
| Skokie | $2,149 |
| Champaign | $1,685 |
| Dekalb | $1,105 |
| Peoria | $1,209 |
| Lombard | $1,989 |
| Lisle | $1,885 |
| Villa Park | $2,134 |
| Oakbrook Terrace, IL | $2,394 |
| Saint Charles, IL | $1,981 |
| Downers Grove, IL | $2,067 |
| Elgin, IL | $1,670 |
| Glen Ellyn, IL | $1,860 |
| Romeoville, IL | $2,042 |
| Carol Stream, IL | $1,634 |
| Clarendon Hills, IL | $1,655 |
| Roselle, IL | $1,964 |
Where this data comes from
The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.
Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Aurora apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.
Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.