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Oakwood, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakwood, IL is a Studio unit found at Brook Haven Apartments priced from $525. Wabash Shore Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakwood apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brook Haven ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$525
Wabash Shore Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$699
2008 S Vawter St4 Beds4BR,2BA$800
Townway Place1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$800
The Grove1BR1BR,1BA$816
The Verander2Br2BR,1BA$872
1304 Silver St - Newly Renovated1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
Town & Country ApartmentsDanbury1BR,1BA$875
Eastland ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$895
808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, IL and Nearby

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $1.26 price per square foot 3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath - Floorplan F Model at 200 Vine St in the starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the 4x2 Model at Onyx Apartments starting at $655 with a $0.55 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
200 Vine St3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath - Floorplan F3BR,2.5BA$1.26
Onyx Apartments4x24BR,2BA$0.55
The Linc Apartments3x33BR,3BA$0.65
Devonshire Village2 Bed 2 Bath Sm Apt2BR,2BA$1.09
2008 S Vawter St3 Beds3BR,1BA$0.97
Campus OaksFloorplan A - Price per person4BR,2BA$0.75
Urbana Estates2X1Urbana Estates2BR,1BA$1.07
Element on Main2x12BR,1BA$1.31
808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.15
The AtriumSingle (shared common area)1BR,1BA$1.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oakwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Oakwood?

There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, IL with pricing that ranges from $525 to $2,828. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakwood ranging from $425 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakwood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakwood ranges from $425 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $963.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oakwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oakwood range from $738 to $2,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $625 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $637.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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