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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Barbara K.

Rent prices in Aurora getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Aurora? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1535 for a 2BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

20 replies 52 upvotes housing
Hudson Mendoza

Is Aurora still affordable?

OK so We're a young couple and With a population of 180K, Aurora is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $260,400, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd sa...

3 replies 52 upvotes housing
Grace Long

Moving to Aurora for work — advice?

Hello, I'm single, late 30s, and It's a a mid-size city city with about 180K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Aurora sits at 258.3 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honest...

0 replies 60 upvotes moving
Everett

Couple moving to Aurora from out of state

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 20s, and Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Does this match your experience? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

3 replies 34 upvotes moving
denver_rylee

Moving from Las Vegas to Aurora next month

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Grace Long

Remote worker thinking about Aurora

Alright, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Aurora sits at 258.3 per 100K. Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. The city has invested a lot in new development. The...

2 replies 12 upvotes moving
Levi Garcia

Aurora quality of life — am I missing something?

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I wrong here?

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Gabriella J.

Commute times in Aurora — how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? Median household income is $90,109, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Aurora sits at 258.3 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar si...

2 replies 41 upvotes jobs
Isla Williams

Couple moving to Aurora from out of state

We have two kids and Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Median household income is $90,109, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Aurora sits at 258.3 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are ...

6 replies 28 upvotes moving
Jonathan Morales

Moving to Aurora for work — advice?

I've been here for 5 years and It's a a mid-size city city with about 180K people. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. Median household income is $90,109, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. Honestly, I think it's a great plac...

0 replies 42 upvotes moving
Carson Collins

Starting a business in Aurora?

Hey folks, You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. It's changing fast — some good, some...

7 replies 33 upvotes jobs
Naomi Martin

Best apartments in Aurora under ?

Hi all, Crime rate is something to consider — Aurora sits at 258.3 per 100K. Does this match your experience?

1 replies 28 upvotes housing
Levi Garcia

Living in Aurora — the reality

Hey everyone, With a population of 180K, Aurora is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $260,400, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The ...

7 replies 45 upvotes living
Madelyn

Cheapest neighborhoods in Aurora?

OK so Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighb...

13 replies 26 upvotes housing
Savannah Moore

Best kept secrets of Aurora, IL

Alright, We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Median household income is $90,109, which feels pretty solid for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

5 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
Barbara K.

What to expect moving to Aurora?

Hello, Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

1 replies 50 upvotes moving
Anna Anderson

Moving to Aurora with kids — good idea?

Curious what people think. With a population of 180K, Aurora is a mid-size city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I overthinking this? The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services....

13 replies 18 upvotes moving
Betty G.

Job hunting in Aurora — tips?

First post here. I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but...

15 replies 59 upvotes jobs
Angel Rodriguez

Honest thoughts on life in Aurora

Curious what people think. I'm a 54-year-old accountant and Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Should I be concerned?

4 replies 34 upvotes living
Isla Williams

Why I chose Aurora over bigger cities

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I wrong here? Appreciate any input. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wo...

5 replies 16 upvotes living
Billy R.

Career opportunities in Aurora, IL

I'm single, late 30s, and You can expect to pay around $1,535 for rent here. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighbor...

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Levi Garcia

Best industries in Aurora right now

Been living here since 2005. Median household income is $90,109, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Aurora? There's a growing tech s...

14 replies 42 upvotes jobs
Barbara K.

Working remotely from Aurora — my experience

I've been working remotely from Aurora for 3 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Fiber available in most areas — no complaints...

5 replies 64 upvotes jobs
Robert K.

Best neighborhoods in Aurora

Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Levi Garcia

Is Aurora walkable?

I've been here for 4 years and With a population of 180K, Aurora is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a r...

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Austin Bailey

Why I chose Aurora over bigger cities

I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 180K, Aurora is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $260,400, which seems about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for Auror...

1 replies 17 upvotes living
Carson Collins

Working remotely from Aurora

Hey everyone, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $260,400 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local perspective. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

13 replies 22 upvotes jobs
Isla Williams

Most overrated things about Aurora

Hey folks, I'm a 25-year-old marketing manager and Median household income is $90,109, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a mid-size city city with about 180K people. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get...

3 replies 60 upvotes best-worst
Joan N.

Best kept secrets of Aurora, IL

So, Just moved here 5 months ago and Household incomes average around $90,109 in Aurora. Rent is about $1,535/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 180K people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where ...

0 replies 25 upvotes best-worst
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