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Downtown Oswego Homes for Sale

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    $212,000

    • Land
    • 0.68 Acre
    • $311,765 per Acre

    123 W Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543

    Come build your dream home on the Fox River! Lots like this dont come around but every 20-30 years. .68 acres with 225 Feet of river frontage. Privacy and walk to down town oswego. Award winning schools and close to shopping.

    Chad Cutshall Real People Realty

    123 W Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543
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    $725,000

    • Land
    • 0.90 Acre
    • $805,556 per Acre

    35 E Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543

    This is a rare opportunity for redevelopment! This .90 acre property, Zoned R-3, was recently re-platted and approved by The Village of Oswego. Each of the 4 lots has the potential for up to 4 units on each lot. This excellent corner location is just 3 blocks south of Downtown Oswego with frontage on both South Madison St and East Benton St. Please view the new plat in the document library. The

    Cindy Heckelsberg Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

    35 E Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543
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    $799,900 New Construction

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,000 Sq Ft

    123 W Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543

    TO BE BUILT. Rare Fox River frontage lot. Come build your dream home with private and vast views of the river. Many models and blueprints available or start from scratch. Cannavino Construction is a premier 100% custom builder.

    Chad Cutshall Real People Realty

    123 W Benton St, Oswego, IL 60543

About Downtown Oswego

Downtown Oswego is a vibrant neighborhood with a rich history as a transportation hub, now revitalized with a focus on community events and economic growth. The area is pedestrian-friendly, with ample parking and safe walkways leading to boutiques, eateries, and entertainment venues. Annual events like Wine on the Fox Fest, Downtown Bunny Hop, and Shop Small Saturdays foster a sense of community and support for local businesses. The culinary scene is centered around Washington Street and South Madison Street, featuring welcoming spots like Oak + Bean and Village Grind Coffee & Tea. Residents can also find essentials at the local Jewel-Osco. Housing options range from historic bungalows and farmhouses to new traditional homes in subdivisions like Hudson Pointe. Southbury Elementary School and Oswego High School are highly rated, providing strong educational foundations. Hudson Crossing Park, with its paved paths, sculpture garden, and play areas, offers recreational opportunities along the Fox River. While Oswego lacks a Metra station, residents can access the Aurora train station for a 41-mile commute to Chicago Union Station. The neighborhood is conveniently located near major routes, making it a 5.5-mile drive to RUSH Copley Medical Center and 12 miles to Naperville, with Chicago O'Hare International Airport 43 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Oswego a good place to live?
Downtown Oswego is a good place to live. Downtown Oswego is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Downtown Oswego is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Downtown Oswego has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $65,042 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Oswego are home owners, with 34% of residents renting and 66% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Downtown Oswego can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Downtown Oswego neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Oswego, IL a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Oswego, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Oswego?
The median home price in Downtown Oswego is $305,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $61,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,590 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $68K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Oswego. The average household income in Downtown Oswego is $65K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Oswego?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Oswego are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Oswego, Oswego, IL?
The most popular zip codes in Downtown Oswego, Oswego, IL include 60543, 60585, 60544, 60148 and 60510.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Oswego, Oswego, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Downtown Oswego, Oswego, IL are Northwest Oswego, South Oswego, North Oswego, Boulder Hill and Bristol-Kendall County.
Are home prices dropping in Downtown Oswego?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Oswego are down 10% in the last 12 months.

Home Trends in Downtown Oswego, IL

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$307,000
Median Single Family Price
$308,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$212
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Months of Supply
0.60
Median List Price
$305,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
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