2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Oswego, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Oswego, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $2,415 and +2% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Oswego
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Oswego
Compare Oswego's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $762 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 8 | Decatur | $995 |
| 9 | Carbondale | $1,010 |
| 10 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 11 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 12 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 13 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 14 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
| 15 | Marion | $1,020 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,640 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,640 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 9 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Oswego.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Oswego |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora, IL | 5.2 mi | $2,102 | +$407 (+24%) |
| Yorkville, IL | 9.2 mi | $1,740 | +$45 (+3%) |
| Plainfield, IL | 9.9 mi | $2,455 | +$760 (+45%) |
| Naperville, IL | 11.7 mi | $2,388 | +$693 (+41%) |
| Geneva, IL | 12.7 mi | $2,300 | +$605 (+36%) |
| Warrenville, IL | 13.4 mi | $2,160 | +$465 (+27%) |
| Bolingbrook, IL | 15 mi | $2,325 | +$630 (+37%) |
| Romeoville, IL | 15.9 mi | $2,310 | +$615 (+36%) |
| Saint Charles, IL | 16.4 mi | $2,110 | +$415 (+24%) |
| Joliet, IL | 17.1 mi | $1,600 | $-95 (-6%) |
| Lisle, IL | 18 mi | $2,070 | +$375 (+22%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 18.3 mi | $2,145 | +$450 (+27%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Oswego — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Oswego?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Oswego, Illinois is $1,695 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $2,415.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Oswego?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $67,800 ($5,650/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.60/hour at a full-time job.
Is Oswego expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Oswego's 2-bedroom median of $1,695 is +2% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 52th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Oswego rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Oswego ranks #72 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Oswego?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Joliet ($1,600).