
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Neighborhood of Westmont, IL from $1,000 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Oakwood area of Westmont.


508 N Cass

10 Oak Ave

316 N Warwick Ave

314 N Warwick Ave

33 W Naperville Rd

Arrive Oak Brook Heights

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Westmont - Oak Brook
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3915 N Park St

Quincy Station

Warwick Apartments

10 Oak Ave

515 N Cass Ave

Colonial Gardens

Forest Hill Apartments

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8 2nd St, Unit 6, Unit 6
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Furnished Studio-Chicago - Lombard - Oak Brook

4925 Fairview Ave

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Yorktown Apartments

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924 Warren Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

5202 Washington St, Unit 206

5202 Washington St

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Yorktown Reserve

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2200 Grace
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Elan Yorktown

143 Ann St

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Dash Downers Grove

5110 Fairview

800 Ogden Ave

Walker Apartments

Curtiss
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910 Curtiss St

5125 Blodgett

DG Crossing

5202 Washington St

Fairview Station

HIGHPOINT Clarendon Hills
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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 | $2,103 | $1,499 | $8,909 |
| Oakwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $1,375 | $8,918 |
| Oakwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $1,495 | $9,538 |
| Oakwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,603 | $1,825 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 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. 508 N Cass has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,600. 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 |
| 508 N Cass | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| DG Crossing | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Yorktown Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,744 |
| Arrive Oak Brook Heights | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $1,769 |
| 10 Oak Ave | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 2200 Grace | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, IL
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $1.77 price per square foot C1 Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,554. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the Baldwin Townhome Model at Arrive Oak Brook Heights starting at $2,579 with a $2.41 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 | $1.77 |
| Arrive Oak Brook Heights | Baldwin Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.41 |
| 924 Warren Ave, Unit 1 | 924 Warren Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| DG Crossing | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 240 W Quincy St, Unit D | 240 W Quincy St | 2BR,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 |
| Yorktown Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 8 2nd St, Unit 6 | 8 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOakwood, Westmont, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Illinois, including Westmont. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 Reserve listed at $2,175.
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.
What is the most affordable Oakwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oakwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2200 Grace and starts from $2,554.
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