Aurora is Illinois's second-largest city, spanning Kane and DuPage Counties with a diverse manufacturing, healthcare, and distribution economy. The effective property tax rate is high by national standards — consistent with northeastern Illinois — and buyers should factor it into total payment budgeting.
Recommended for incomes above $95k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Aurora housing market
The 2.3% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Aurora and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Illinois average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Aurora buyers. Many Aurora properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $150/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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