property
The Rent-Vesting Strategy Explained for This Market
Rising home prices have more Aurora residents weighing rent-vesting: renting where you want to live while investing where you can afford.
Today
Today · Aurora
Stories published in Aurora over the past day.
property
Aurora Council Approves Major Density and Design Rules for Three Districts
City Hall's overhaul aims to reshape growth across Greenpoint, Central Parklands and more, pushing higher density and new look guidelines.
property
Aurora Renters Weigh Renewal Tactics as Leases End Amid Tight Supply
Tenants whose contracts wrap up this summer must act fast on renewals or shared arrangements to sidestep limited inventory and rising costs in the city's core neighborhoods.
lifestyle
Aurora’s Culinary Identity: What Makes This City Unique Compared to Others Around the World
From the bustling food halls of the Industrial District to the high-end fusion kitchens of the Harbour Precinct, Aurora’s dining scene is defined by a relentless commitment to local provenance and hyper-seasonal ingredients.
wellness
Where to find the best parkrun near you
Aurora's free Saturday morning 5k events pull hundreds of runners to three established parks each week.
property
Where Downsizers Are Moving and Why in Aurora Suburbs
Single-level homes in established neighborhoods are drawing older residents from larger properties as Aurora's market stabilizes.
wellness
Temperature, Light and Noise: How They Shape Sleep Quality in Aurora
Residents across Aurora are finding that evening temperature swings, street lighting and traffic sounds cut into nightly rest more than they realize.
wellness
The hidden nature walks locals love but tourists miss
Aurora residents turn to overlooked trails for daily movement while visitors crowd the central riverfront paths.
wellness
Shift workers and irregular sleep: practical strategies
Aurora night-shift employees are turning to targeted light timing and micro-routines to protect sleep despite rotating rosters.
wellness
Local Free Mental Health Services and How to Access Them
Aurora residents can reach no-cost counseling and stress programs through city clinics and community centers on specific schedules.
property
State Grants and Stamp Duty Concessions Available Right Now
First-time buyers in Aurora can access up to $12,000 in direct grants plus stamp duty relief on homes valued below $500,000 through programs active this July.
policy
Aurora City Council Approves 2027 Street Maintenance Bond, Targeting 42 Miles of Local Roads
The July 7 vote sets aside $18.4 million for pavement repairs in designated zones, directly shaping daily travel costs and access for residents along routes such as Peoria Street and Mississippi Avenue.
property
Buyer's Agents Reveal Their Auction Day Tactics as Aurora Clearance Rates Hit 73%
With competition fierce across Aurora's most sought-after neighbourhoods, the professionals hired to win at auction are finally talking about how they do it.
property
First-Home Buyer Activity Rises as Entry Points Hold Steady in Aurora
Inquiries from first-time purchasers climbed in June while median prices for starter homes settled near $412,000 in select Aurora pockets.
wellness
Free Community Fitness Events Happening This Month
Aurora residents can access no-cost group workouts at parks and centers across the city through July.
wellness
Local meditation classes, groups and apps worth trying
Aurora residents seeking structured mindfulness options can choose from several established classes and digital tools running this summer.
property
Harborview Flats Is Aurora's Hottest Waterfront Bet, And Buyers Are Running Out of Time
Median prices in Aurora's lakefront district have climbed 18 percent in twelve months, and the window for early-mover advantage is closing fast.
policy
State Utility Rate Stabilization Bill Advances, Projected to Trim Aurora Household Energy Expenses
Aurora residents with average monthly utility bills could see reductions starting next fiscal year under the legislation now under review in the state legislature.
wellness
Why People Are Sleeping Worse and What to Do About It
Aurora residents report shorter, more fragmented nights as daily routines shift.
culture
Tracing the History and Evolution of Aurora's Local Arts Scene
New summer programs at longstanding venues show how Aurora's cultural organizations have adapted from early neighborhood workshops to citywide festivals over five decades.
property
land release: who qualifies and how to apply
The City of Aurora has opened 120 parcels in Riverbend and along Lincoln Street for qualified buyers and builders, with applications accepted starting next week.
tech
Aurora’s Tech Hiring Market: What Workers, Job Seekers and Professionals Need to Know
As venture capital flows shift toward AI infrastructure, Aurora’s local labor market is pivoting toward specialized hardware and cybersecurity roles.
property
Aurora Home Prices Trace 2021 Boom Cycle in Steady Climb
Median sale figures in the city now sit at levels that match the pace of appreciation recorded during the 2021 surge.
property
First-Home Buyer Activity Picks Up at Aurora Entry Points
Entry-level transactions rose in June as buyers targeted properties under $320,000 across several Aurora corridors.
policy
Aurora Candidate Disclosure Rules Advance Filing Deadlines, Affecting Resident Review of Local Campaign Funds
Aurora residents gain earlier access to donor records for city council and mayoral candidates through the updated reporting schedule ahead of the November ballot.
policy
Aurora Candidates Clash Over $85 Million Infrastructure Plan for Jobs and Transit
The federal allocation directs $85 million toward Aurora road repairs and workforce programs, with candidates outlining how these funds would reach city residents through specific construction contracts and training sites.
policy
Aurora Approves $450 Million Bond for Transit and Workforce Centers
The measure directs funds to new bus and rail lines plus training facilities, with construction work slated to begin in Aurora neighborhoods by early 2027.
property
Briarwood Delivers 8.1% Rental Yield, Beats All Aurora Neighborhoods
Data from the second quarter shows Briarwood delivering 8.1 percent gross yields, outpacing every other Aurora neighbourhood.
policy
Aurora Adjusts Property Tax Levy for 2026-2027 Budget Year
Aurora property owners will face revised tax assessments beginning in the new fiscal year under the city's updated budget allocations for infrastructure and public programs.
policy
Aurora Approves 2026 Budget: Tax Changes Fund Jobs, Infrastructure Projects
Property and business tax changes in the new municipal budget direct revenue to employment programs and road and transit upgrades affecting Aurora residents.