Aurora, IL Homes for Sale & Community Guide
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Aurora is the second most populous city in Illinois, with 180,542 residents in the 2020 Census. It spans Kane, DuPage, Kendall, and Will counties and uses ZIP codes 60502 through 60507. The Census puts median home value for owner-occupied homes near $260,400 and median household income near $90,109.
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Counties | Spans four counties: mainly Kane and DuPage, with parts in Kendall and Will | Wikipedia |
ZIP codes | 60502 through 60507, plus 60568, 60569, 60572, and 60598 | Wikipedia, USPS |
Population | 180,542 residents; second most populous city in Illinois | 2020 U.S. Census |
Median home value | $260,400 for owner-occupied homes (2019 to 2023) | U.S. Census QuickFacts |
Median household income | $90,109 (2019 to 2023) | U.S. Census QuickFacts |
School districts | Aurora East 131, Aurora West 129, Indian Prairie 204, Oswego 308, Batavia 101, and parts of Kaneland 302 and Yorkville 115 | U.S. Census ZIP data |
Commuter rail | Metra BNSF Line terminus at the Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N Broadway | Metra, Wikivoyage |
Nickname and motto | City of Lights; A City Second to None | Wikipedia |
Figures come from the 2020 U.S. Census and Census QuickFacts (2019 to 2023 American Community Survey estimates). Median value describes owner-occupied homes, not recent sale prices. City information comes from the City of Aurora.[1]
City Overview
Aurora is the second most populous city in Illinois, about 35 miles west of Chicago along the Fox River. It was incorporated as a city in 1857 and is known as the City of Lights, with the motto A City Second to None. The city began in Kane County, and its limits have since grown into DuPage, Kendall, and Will counties.[2]
For buyers, Aurora offers a wide range of housing, from older neighborhoods near downtown to newer subdivisions on the east and far east sides. The Census reports a median household income of $90,109 and a median value of $260,400 for owner-occupied homes, with an owner-occupancy rate near 67 percent. Median gross rent is $1,535, which matters if you are weighing an investment property.
Downtown anchors the city's cultural life. The Paramount Theatre, a historic venue open since 1931, runs a Broadway series, and the nearby Copley Theatre adds a 165-seat stage. The Aurora Transportation Center, where the Metra BNSF Line ends, is less than a mile from downtown, and a Saturday farmers market runs there from June through October.
Local Residential Pillars
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Citywide, the Census puts median value for owner-occupied homes at $260,400. ZIP-level estimates range much more widely, from roughly $253,700 in ZIP 60506 to about $412,300 in ZIP 60502 (ACS 2024).
That spread means a single citywide number can mislead you. Start your search by ZIP code, then narrow by school district and street.
Aurora is served by Aurora East School District 131, Aurora West School District 129, Indian Prairie School District 204, Oswego School District 308, and Batavia School District 101. Parts of the city also fall in Kaneland District 302 and Yorkville District 115.
Because the city crosses district and county lines, two nearby homes can be assigned to different schools. Confirm the district for the exact address. Aurora University is also based in the city.
Downtown Aurora sits along the Fox River. The historic Paramount Theatre presents Broadway shows and concerts, RiverEdge Park hosts outdoor concerts and festivals, and New York Street is known for its dining. The Hollywood Casino is a floating casino on the Fox River downtown.
Two Brothers Roundhouse, built into a restored historic roundhouse, serves craft beer and food and is part of the city's food scene.
Phillips Park at 1000 Moses Drive has a golf course, a family aquatic center, gardens, and a free zoo that has operated since 1915 and focuses on North American animals. The Fox River Trail runs through the area for biking and walking.
Chicago Premium Outlets at 1650 Premium Outlets Boulevard is a major draw, and the city lists more than 160 stores there. Fox Valley Mall is another large shopping center.
Strategic Buyer Guidance
A wide ZIP code price spread, several school districts, and a city that spans four counties.
Search portals treat Aurora as one market. In practice it behaves like several, and three details matter most.
ZIP code drives price. Estimated median home values run from about $253,700 in ZIP 60506 to about $412,300 in ZIP 60502, so the same budget buys very different homes depending on where you search.
School assignment depends on the address. East Aurora 131, West Aurora 129, Indian Prairie 204, Oswego 308, and Batavia 101 all serve parts of the city. Confirm the district and the assigned schools before you write an offer.
The city spans four counties. Aurora lies in Kane, DuPage, Kendall, and Will counties, and each county administers its own assessments. Compare tax bills parcel by parcel rather than assuming one citywide rate.
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Official city services, permits, and planning resources are published by the City of Aurora. Station details are listed by Metra. Real estate aggregator valuations on Zillow or Realtor.com do not account for ZIP code price gaps, school district overlap, or county tax differences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aurora started in Kane County and now spans four counties: Kane, DuPage, Kendall, and Will. Most of the city is in Kane and DuPage.
Aurora uses ZIP codes 60502 through 60507, plus 60568, 60569, 60572, and 60598. Estimated median home values range from about $253,700 in ZIP 60506 to about $412,300 in ZIP 60502.
Aurora is served by several districts, including East Aurora School District 131, West Aurora School District 129, Indian Prairie School District 204, Oswego School District 308, and Batavia School District 101. Parts of the city are also in Kaneland District 302 and Yorkville District 115. Confirm the district by address.
Aurora is the terminus of Metra's BNSF Line, with the Aurora Transportation Center at 233 N Broadway less than a mile from downtown. The city is about 35 miles west of Chicago and is just off Interstate 88.
Safety varies by neighborhood, so look at current data for the specific area. The Aurora Police Department and the FBI Crime Data Explorer publish crime statistics, and our team can walk through what the numbers mean for the streets you are considering.
The Kimberly Zahand Team at Keller Williams Innovate serves Aurora and the surrounding Fox Valley. The team offers buyer advisory, comparative market analyses, and help confirming school district and county tax differences by address.
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179,867 people live in Aurora, where the median age is 35.2 and the average individual income is $39,604. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Aurora, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including La Martinez Grocery Store, The Sweet Dream, and Strawberriesxjenn.
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| Dining | 0.83 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.87 miles | 78 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.88 miles | 18 reviews | 4.2/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.9 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.95 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.44 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.64 miles | 17 reviews | 3.4/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.68 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.48 miles | 2 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.29 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.65 miles | 5 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.21 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Beauty | 0.65 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
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Aurora has 60,396 households, with an average household size of 2.95. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Aurora do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 179,867 people call Aurora home. The population density is 4,000 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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