
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Neighborhood of Westmont, IL from $1,030 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Oakwood area of Westmont.


10 Oak Ave

508 N Cass

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

120 S Park St

28 S Richmond Ave

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34 S Bodin St, Unit Bodin property

5227 Main St

Colonial Gardens

Forest Hill Apartments

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Yorktown Apartments
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924 Warren Ave, Unit 1

101 Eastern Ave

5142 Fairview Ave, Unit 8

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2200 Grace

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143 Ann St

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Dash Downers Grove

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The Everly at Yorktown
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Yorktown Reserve

5110 Fairview

Ogden

Walker Apartments

4925 Fairview Ave

910 Curtiss St

5125 Blodgett

5118 Fairview
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724 Warren Ave, Unit 101

DG Crossing

Curtiss

Maple and Main

HIGHPOINT Clarendon Hills

Fairview Station

HIGHPOINT Downers Grove on Rogers

2211 S Highland Ave
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4707 Fairview Ave

334 55th St

941 41st St
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 | $3,118 | $1,515 | $10,000+ |
| Oakwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,607 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Oakwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,052 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Oakwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,211 | $1,825 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 43 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 |
| Yorktown Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,696 |
| Arrive Oak Brook Heights | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $1,729 |
| 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 | $1,952 |
| 143 Ann St | 1BD1BA - Unit #1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Maple and Main | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,284 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, IL
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $2.20 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at HIGHPOINT Downers Grove on Rogers in the in the Oakwood neighborhood starting from $2,779. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the B2 Model at 2200 Grace starting at $2,045 with a $1.63 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHPOINT Downers Grove on Rogers | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 2200 Grace | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| HIGHPOINT Clarendon Hills | 2 Bed 2 Bath + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| 34 S Bodin St, Unit Bodin property | 34 S Bodin St | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 10 Oak Ave | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.25 |
| 508 N Cass | 508 N Cass 2 bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Arrive Oak Brook Heights | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Yorktown Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 5118 Fairview | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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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 $1,715.
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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