Aurora, MO

3 Apartments for Rent

The city of Aurora in Lawrence County, Missouri is named after the Roman goddess of dawn - Aurora. A certain Mr. Brad Pitt traces his ancestry to the trailblazers who settled the area in and around Aurora.

Aurora sits, in the center of Southwest Missouri, on a majestic plateau that is 1,434 feet above sea level. It is surrounded by the grand beauty of the Ozarks. The proud denizens of the city have styled it "Summit City of the Ozarks." It is a little more than an hour's drive from Branson, which is a popular tourist destination. Joplin is an approximately 54-minute drive from Aurora. Springfield is even closer, only 40 odd minutes away by car. If living in an area with easy access to nature, amenities, and employment makes you as happy as a pup with two tails, then there are places for rent in Aurora that you should check out.

Moving to Aurora

The home for rent market in Aurora is healthy. Nearly three out of 10 homes are rented, and the city's rental landscape is open to absorbing even more renters. This means you can check out home rentals at your own pace without having to constantly look over your shoulders for competitors trying to steal a good deal from you. And it is a good thing because there are always considerations aplenty when moving to a new town. The rural and suburban areas here offer mainly single-family homes, many of which are handsome brick and stone constructions dating back to the 50s and earlier. Apartment complexes, utilities paid or otherwise, are not very common in this city. That said, be it a pet-friendly duplex for rent, a small apartment complex or a house at the corner of the street with month-to-month rental agreement and ease of grocery shopping, you will find them here. Spring and summer are the best times to check out places for rent in Aurora. That's when the action begins to heat up,; the skies are clear and winter's chills are a distant memory. On the other hand, you may just want to plan a shifting to Aurora in the winter because this is when you can negotiate the best deals with property owners.

Neighborhoods in Aurora

Aurora is spread over 5.98 sq. miles and encompasses three neighborhoods. Factors that can affect your choice of neighborhood include the type of housing you're looking for and how easy you can commute to the cities of Branson, Springfield and Joplin. Oh, and how quickly you could reach the beautiful lakes to the south of the city may also play a factor.

Chain O Lakes: This is the largest of the three neighborhoods and also the least pricey in terms of rent. Accommodation options in this rural neighborhood consist of studio apartments, single-family homes and mobile homes.

S Elliott Avenue: There are a number of shopping and eating out alternatives in this neighborhood. These include the Sears Hometown Store, RadioShack, Wal-Mart, China Village, Hardee's, and Pizza Hut.

City Center: This suburban neighborhood is conjoined with S Elliott Avenue. The Jerry Sumner Sr. Aurora Municipal Airport is located in this neighborhood. City Center is your best bet for landing rental accommodation in an apartment complex.

Living in Aurora

If you're planning to relocate to Aurora, Missouri, in the hope of settling down in a place that retains its rural charm and offers all the big city facilities, then your cup will definitely runneth over here. What's more, Aurora scores a very respectable 72 on the Walk Score scale. Most errands can be accomplished on foot and you're never far from the conveniences of modern life -- burning a few calories instead of gasoline will boost your health and savings, both. The average one-way commute is a mere 24 minutes, more savings! Richard's Hawgwild BBQ in downtown Aurora rules the taste buds of all barbeque lovers. Aurora Family Restaurant is recommended by locals for belly-bulging breakfasts and daily specials. Baldwin Park is a popular park which also serves as a venue for community events. White Park and Crosby Park are two other notable parks in the city. The good citizens of Aurora only have to head to nearby Springfield to enjoy some of the finest cultural activities and entertainment in Southwest Missouri. The Pea Ridge National Military Park on the Arkansas- Missouri border is little more than an hour's drive away and is a great place to learn about the region's history. You'll be surprised at how much this little town has to offer.