Blackberry Countryside Homes for Rent

Blackberry Countryside in Aurora is a serene neighborhood surrounded by lush landscapes and vast public greenspaces. The community features a variety of housing styles, including split-level, Colonial, Cape Cod, expansive ranch-style, and newer builds, many of which sit on sizeable lots with well-maintained lawns, elongated driveways, and multiple-car garages. Residents enjoy quick access to outdoor activities, with the Aurora West Forest Preserve offering over 700 acres of forests, prairie lands, and marshlands, along with nature trails and a pet-friendly off-leash dog park. Golfers can practice their swing at Orchard Valley Golf Course and Bliss Creek Golf Course, both offering 18-hole courses and dining amenities. Additional greenspaces include Canterbury Park, Cherry Hill Park, and Lindens Park.

Blackberry Farm, a living history museum, provides a hands-on experience with train rides, a hay wagon, pedal tractors, a carousel, ponies, and paddle boats on Lake Gregory. The neighborhood is served by public and private schools, with West Aurora High School earning high ratings for diversity and hosting the annual West Aurora Fine Arts Festival. During summer, kids can enjoy the Splash Country Water Park with its lazy river, tower tube slides, and spray features.

Dining options include Syrup, known for its sophisticated breakfast and lunch offerings, and Mother’s Pancake House & Restaurant. For lunch or dinner, Big Sea Sushi & Noodles serves Japanese delicacies. Grocery shopping is convenient with ALDI, and retail needs are met at Galena Square and downtown Aurora, with high-end shopping available at Chicago Premium Outlets.