
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oswego, IL from $600 (19 Rentals)
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2100 Light Rd, Unit 210

946 Oliver Ave

Anderson Farms Apartments

Lakeview Residences

Fox Pointe Apartments

834 Pearl St, Unit 2

834 Pearl St

561 Ashland Ave

551 Ashland Ave
Oswego, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oswego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Oswego Studio Apartments | $1,563 | $1,185 | $1,883 |
Cheap Oswego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $800 | $2,429 |
Cheap Oswego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,225 | $1,200 | $3,268 |
Cheap Oswego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,870 | $1,513 | $4,243 |
Cheap Oswego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,378 | $3,177 | $3,562 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oswego, IL
Pricing Updated: 03/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Oswego, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Oswego Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Ashcroft Place | $3,446 | $1,300 | 3375 |
Prescott Mill Courts | $3,446 | $1,100 | 3798 |
Prescott Mill Crossings | $3,446 | $1,100 | 3798 |
Cheapest Available Oswego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oswego, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Onyx On Victoria in the Blackberry Crossing West neighborhood priced from $1,300. Fox Pointe Apartments in the East Side Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,328. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oswego apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Onyx On Victoria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Fox Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,328 |
The Reserve at Hudson Crossing | Harrison | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
Aurora At Summerfield Apartments | Adler | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
Springs At Oswego | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,674 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oswego, IL
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oswego area is the $1.93 price per square foot Douglas BF Model at Home at Ashcroft in the in the Blackberry Crossing West neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Oswego apartment is the 2BR Garden Model at Avanterra Wolfs Crossing starting at $2,803 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Prescott Mill Crossings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oswego apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Home at Ashcroft | Douglas BF | 3BR,2BA | $1.93 |
Avanterra Wolfs Crossing | 2BR Garden | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.08 |
Redwood Oswego | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
Farmington Lakes Apartments | Willow II | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
Montgomery Place Apartments | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
Fox Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Covey at Fox Valley | Sanctuary | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Aurora At Summerfield Apartments | Adler | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Emblem Oswego | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Onyx On Victoria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Best Local Schools in Oswego, IL
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Getting Around Oswego, IL
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oswego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oswego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oswego is under $2,146.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oswego?
The cheapest apartment in Oswego is Onyx On Victoria which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Oswego costs $3,446.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oswego?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 812 regular apartments in Oswego that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Oswego?
Cheap apartments in Oswego have an average cost of $278 which is $3,168 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oswego.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.