Moving to Aurora, IL
Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Far western Chicago suburb with Metra access, cheaper homes than DuPage, and a riverwalk downtown.
- Population: 180,542
- Median 2BR rent: $1,500/mo
- Typical local mover cost: $900-$2,900
- Popular neighborhoods: Stonebridge, Tanner Trails, Indian Trail, Pigeon Hill, Hometown
Metra moves in summer book up fast as Chicago apartments turn over. Reserve early and confirm the Metra Train schedule for moving-day parking.
Climate: Hot humid summers, cold snowy winters.
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