
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Neighborhood of Westmont, IL from $1,000 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Oakwood area of Westmont.


508 N Cass

316 N Warwick Ave

312 N Warwick Ave

Arrive Oak Brook Heights

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Westmont - Oak Brook

Quincy Station

Warwick Apartments

33 W Naperville Rd
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515 N Cass Ave

Colonial Gardens

Forest Hill Apartments

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8 2nd St, Unit 6, Unit 6

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5125 Blodgett Ave, Unit apt. 315, Unit apt. 315

4925 Fairview Ave

5125 Blodgett, Unit 215

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Yorktown Apartments

5202 Washington St, Unit 408
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Yorktown Reserve

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2200 Grace

348 Maple Ave

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Elan Yorktown

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Lombard - Oak Brook

Maple and Main

5202 Washington St, Unit 301

4934 Prospect Ave

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Dash Downers Grove
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5110 Fairview

800 Ogden Ave

Walker Apartments

Curtiss

910 Curtiss St

5500 S Madison St

5125 Blodgett

DG Crossing

5118 Fairview
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624 Prairie Ave
Oakwood, Westmont, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Studio Apartments | $2,375 | $1,728 | $10,000+ |
| Oakwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,663 | $1,375 | $10,000+ |
| Oakwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Oakwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,629 | $1,825 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakwood Neighborhood of Westmont, IL.
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Cheapest Available Oakwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Hill Apartments priced from $1,389. Curtiss has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Oakwood apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| Curtiss | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 508 N Cass | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Yorktown Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,728 |
| DG Crossing | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 5118 Fairview | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 10 Oak Ave | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 2200 Grace | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,937 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, IL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $1.74 price per square foot C1 Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,504. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the Butterfield Townhome Model at Arrive Oak Brook Heights starting at $2,469 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Highland Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2200 Grace | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Arrive Oak Brook Heights | Butterfield Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.02 |
| DG Crossing | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Curtiss | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 508 N Cass | 508 N Cass 2 bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 10 Oak Ave | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.25 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 5125 Blodgett Ave, Unit apt. 315 | 5125 Blodgett Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Yorktown Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
| 8 2nd St, Unit 6 | 8 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oakwood is at Yorktown Apartments listed at $1,728.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Apartment is $1,389 at Forest Hill Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakwood is starting from $1,600 at 508 N Cass.
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