
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oswego County, NY from $400 (8 Rentals)
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255 W 5th St

146 E 2nd St

Deerfield Estates
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Oswego County, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oswego County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oswego County Studio Apartments | $835 | $725 | $945 |
| Oswego County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $650 | $1,860 |
| Oswego County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $999 | $4,500 |
| Oswego County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $550 | $1,745 |
| Oswego County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $666 | $650 | $684 |
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Cheapest Available Oswego County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oswego County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Deerfield Estates in the Oswego County neighborhood priced from $800. 4618 Hall Rd in the Oswego County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oswego County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deerfield Estates | 1 BedRooms | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 4618 Hall Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Kimberly Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oswego County, NY
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oswego County area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3/2 Model at 4710 CoRt 22 in the in the Oswego County neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Oswego County apartment is the 175 Model at 173 W 5th St starting at $600 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Oswego County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oswego County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4710 CoRt 22 | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| 173 W 5th St | 175 | 3BR,2BA | $0.32 |
| 166 W 4th St | rear | 3BR,1BA | $0.42 |
| 76 W Mohawk St, Unit 1 | 76 W Mohawk St | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| 188 W 2nd St | 3B 1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 12 Airport Rd, Unit 5-1 | 12 Airport Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 171 W 1st St | 171 W 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 18 Green Acres Dr | 18 Green Acres Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Lakeside Commons | Spruce | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Deerfield Estates | 2 BedRooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oswego County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oswego County?
The cheapest apartment in Oswego County is Deerfield Estates which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Oswego County costs $1,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oswego County?
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 10 regular apartments in Oswego County 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 County?
Cheap apartments in Oswego County have an average cost of $653 which is $797 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oswego County.
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