City Guide
Oswego, IL
Overview
Oswego, IL, is known for its location along the banks of the Fox River. Oswego is located south of Aurora and is home to around 38,500 people. One fun fact about Oswego is that the history museum is in a church-turned-schoolhouse from the 1850s. Another fun fact is that Prairie Point Community Park is the main public park, spanning across 66 acres with sports courts, a skate park, an outdoor skating rink, and more.
What’s it like to live in Oswego, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Oswego, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$360,000
and homes stay on the market for 45 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Oswego are $372,500
and $200,750
, respectively. Oswego area townhouses have a median sale price of $299,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Oswego, ILExplore our Oswego housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Oswego home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Oswego rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Oswego rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Oswego, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Oswego
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Far Southeast | $294,000 | 72 / 100 | 18 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Oswego
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What is there to do in Oswego, IL ?
There are countless places to visit in Oswego, IL that will be a hit for anyone moving to the area. Some of the many museums you can visit include Little White School House, Little White School Museum, and Museum of Classic Chicago Television, which are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. One of the many performing arts venues is the Limelight Theatre Company, a top spot amongst locals. Parks are plentiful in Oswego, where you can find green spaces like Hudson Crossing Park, Prarie Point Park Fields, and Jaycee Park. You'll find plenty of restaurants and up-and-coming eateries throughout the city. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at Oswego Family Restaurant, Mi Rancho Restaurant, and Pepe's Mexican Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
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What's the best way to get around Oswego, IL ?
The best way to get around Oswego is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Oswego has a walk score of 24, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Oswego by bike. With a bike score of 50, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Oswego Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 4 car rental locations.