East Aurora is the most affordable side of the city. The housing stock is older, a lot of it built in the early and mid 1900s, and the prices reflect that. For first-time buyers and investors, this is usually where the Aurora search starts. You get a real house on a real street for less than almost anywhere else in the Fox Valley. If you are looking at homes for sale in East Aurora IL, the draw is simple. It is the lowest way into Aurora, and Aurora has been putting real money into this side of town.
Older Homes, Lower Prices
Most homes in East Aurora sell between $150,000 and $350,000. A lot of them are smaller single-family homes, bungalows, and two-story houses on city lots. Some have been updated and some have not, and the price usually tells you which one you are getting. Investors watch this side of town because the rent numbers can work at these prices. I own rental property in Aurora myself, and the east side is where the math tends to make sense.
District 131 Schools
East Aurora is served by East Aurora School District 131, with East Aurora High School as the home high school. The district has been adding and updating buildings in recent years. Elementary and middle school assignments depend on the address, so check the exact schools for any home you are looking at. I can confirm them for you.
Phillips Park, the Outlets, and I-88
Phillips Park is on the southeast side, with the zoo, a golf course, an aquatic center, and Mastodon Lake. It is one of the biggest parks in Aurora and it gets used year-round. On the northeast side, Chicago Premium Outlets brings in shoppers from all over the region. I-88 runs along the north edge of the east side, and the Aurora Metra station is a short drive west. If you commute, you have options here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Aurora the cheapest part of Aurora?
Yes, in most cases. Most homes sell between $150,000 and $350,000, which is lower than the west side and the far east side. It is where a lot of first-time buyers and investors start.
Which schools serve East Aurora?
East Aurora School District 131 serves the area, and high school students attend East Aurora High School. Assignments for the younger grades vary by address.
Is East Aurora good for rental property?
It can be. The lower purchase prices are what make the rent math work for a lot of investors. I own rentals in Aurora, so I am happy to run the numbers on a specific property with you.
Selling in East Aurora? Price It on What Is There
An updated home and an original-condition home on the same street are two different sales. Buyers here are looking for value, and they compare hard. If you are thinking about selling, I will price yours against recent sales of homes in similar condition nearby. No obligation. If you are still looking around, see all Aurora homes for sale, compare the historic streets of Pigeon Hill, or look at Southeast Aurora around Phillips Park.
Tell me your price range and I will send you the East Aurora listings that fit it as they come up.
Miguel Castillo — 630-793-4643 — miguel@sellmeanewhouse.com
