The Aventine at Oakhurst North
2800 Pontiac Dr,
Aurora, IL 60502
$1,695 - $2,429 | 1-2 Beds
Finding a place to live in Aurora is no ordinary experience for newcomers. A mix of well-preserved history and community-wide creativity makes this city feel smaller than it actually is. Only Chicago has more residents, but Aurora's convenient and picturesque spot along Fox River has turned it into a transportation, entertainment, and shopping hub for urban commuters, suburban transplants, and lifelong locals alike.
Downtown streets are filled with masterpieces by everyone from Frank Lloyd Wright to George Grant Elmslie, who built more commercial buildings here than anywhere in the world. There are even dozens of still-standing homes built from Sears Catalog kits in the early 20th century. Among all this architectural history are rooms for rent, apartment complexes designed to blend in with the historic styles, and brand new units that keep springing up in response to growing business opportunities.
The Fox River divides Aurora into the East Side and the West Side, and the County Line creates a third area, Fox Valley, which borders neighboring Naperville. These three regions contain several neighborhoods that played an important role in modern American architecture, as well as brand new residential and commercial areas that are expanding opportunities for renters and job-seekers alike.
The Boulevard District is wedged just northwest of the river, between Galena Boulevard and Prairie Street. Home to both Aurora University and Abraham Lincoln Park, and stopping just north of Aurora Country Club, this district is one of the most family-friendly residential parts of town. But even if you don't have kids, you'll enjoy the youthful vibe that comes with proximity to a college campus.
The Fox River is the focal point of Aurora culture and recreation, and right in the middle of it, Stolp Island holds three of the city's most popular attractions: Paramount Theatre, Hollywood Casino, and Leland Tower. Built in 1931, the Paramount Theatre is one Aurora's oldest landmarks, but it's also a working performance venue that still hosts big-name music acts, stand-up comedians, and the Broadway Series of critically acclaimed musicals. Hollywood Casino, meanwhile, offers a Vegas-style buffet, the award-winning Fairbanks Steakhouse, and exciting poker tournaments.
Just east of Stolp Island, on the other side of the river, RiverEdge Park is one of the Greater Chicago Area's most attractive outdoor entertainment options. Right next to the Metra Station for easy city access, the venue's ten-acre pavilion and 30-acre park fill up each year for seasonal events like the Fox Valley Irish Festival, the summer concert series Downtown Alive!, and the blues festival Blues on the Fox.
Other events and attractions include the Aurora ArtWalk, the SciTech Interactive Science Museum and outdoor science park near the Aurora Public Library, The Sunken Garden, and the Phillips Park Zoo.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Aurora, IL is $1,137 for a studio, $1,568 for one bedroom, $1,937 for two bedrooms, and $2,176 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Aurora has increased by 3.6% in the past year.
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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