Why Live in South Oswego
South Oswego, located on the south side of Fox River and Illinois Route 71, is a neighborhood characterized by its young subdivisions and community parks. The area features homes primarily built in the late 90s and early 2000s, with ongoing development to accommodate new residents. The neighborhood offers a mix of New Traditional and Colonial Revival houses, with well-maintained lawns and light landscaping. Residents enjoy access to several parks, including Prairie Point Community Park, which spans 64 acres and offers amenities such as open fields, a splash pad, sledding, ice skating, and a Pantry Garden. Lakeview and Prairieview Parks provide natural scenery, fishing, a basketball court, and a playground. Southbury Elementary School and Oswego High School are highly rated, providing quality education for younger and older students. While dining options within South Oswego are limited, nearby Route 71 features restaurants like Asadoras Argentinas Burgers and Danelli’s Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria. For groceries, the closest Jewel-Osco is 3.4 miles away, and Gerry Centennial Plaza, 4.2 miles away, offers a variety of shopping options. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and residents can easily access downtown Oswego, just 2.2 miles away, via Grove Road and Prairieview Drive. Commuters are 46 miles from downtown Chicago, with I-55 providing convenient access. Aurora, 8 miles north, has the nearest train station, and Chicago Midway International Airport is about 39 miles away.
Home Trends in South Oswego, IL
On average, homes in South Oswego, Oswego sell after 170 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Oswego, Oswego over the last 12 months is $293,000, down 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$293,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$409,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,112,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$409,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median List Price
$410,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-39%