Located at 261 Monroe St in Oswego, Illinois, this two-story home offers a practical and well-organized layout spread across two floors. The main level features a welcoming living room bathed in natural light through a front-facing window, complemented by a decorative oval-glass entry door and crown molding that adds a refined touch. The kitchen is well-appointed with dark cabinetry, granite-style countertops, stainless steel appliances including a gas range and refrigerator, and a double-basin sink. A combined dining room and kitchen area provides convenient everyday functionality. Throughout the home, warm-toned luxury vinyl plank flooring creates a cohesive and low-maintenance aesthetic. The upper level hosts two bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom, and a full bathroom. The bathroom features a white vanity with mirrored medicine cabinet, a tub-shower combination, and clean, neutral finishes. Both bedrooms are bright and airy, with ceiling fans, natural light from windows, and ample closet space — the home offers six closets in total. An elegantly railed staircase connects the two floors. The neutral gray palette throughout provides a calm, move-in-ready ambiance suited for a variety of styles.
Monroe Street Apartments
237-277 Monroe St,
Oswego,
IL
60543
Leasing Office:
176 S Adams St, Oswego, IL 60543
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Monthly Rent
$1,980 - $2,500
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Bedrooms
2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 1.5 ba
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Square Feet
744 - 1,023 sq ft
TJC Apartments offers a selection of well-maintained rental properties in the heart of downtown Oswego. Our one to three-bedroom apartments are ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, and scenic trails along the Fox River. All properties are within the highly sought-after Oswego District 308, which includes access to Oswego High School. Contact us today to learn more about available rentals and find your perfect home!
Highlights
- Yard
- High Ceilings
- Deck
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$40 covers credit check and is billed through AAOA directly. Application is free to submit. Charged per applicant.$40
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Due at Application
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Surface Lot
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Street Parking
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1980
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28 houses/2 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About Monroe Street Apartments
TJC Apartments offers a selection of well-maintained rental properties in the heart of downtown Oswego. Our one to three-bedroom apartments are ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, and scenic trails along the Fox River. All properties are within the highly sought-after Oswego District 308, which includes access to Oswego High School. Contact us today to learn more about available rentals and find your perfect home!
Monroe Street Apartments is a single family homes community located in Kendall County and the 60543 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Oswego Community Unit School District 308 attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Oswego School District 308
- Oswego Schools District 308
Contact
Community Amenities
- 24 Hour Access
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Walking/Biking Trails
House Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Yard
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Tub/Shower
Freezer
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Gas Range
Floor Plan Details
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Family Room
- Basement
- Crown Molding
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
A fast-growing Fox River village where new subdivisions meet a walkable downtown, Oswego offers renters a taste of classic suburban Illinois life on the southwestern edge of Chicagoland. Daily errands in the downtown core are easy to accomplish on foot, while the broader community connects to shops, restaurants, and green spaces along the river. The adjacent cities of Aurora and Naperville are within easy reach, rounding out the options for shopping, entertainment, and dining.
The rental market here leans toward single-family homes and townhomes, though apartment communities are part of the mix as well. Downtown buildings tend toward mid-century construction with residences above street-level storefronts, while newer parts of the village feature recently built homes in freshly developed subdivisions.
Waubonsee Community College and Aurora University are both within a 16-minute drive, adding an academic presence to the area.
Learn more about living in Oswego- 24 Hour Access
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Oswego School District 308
- Oswego Schools District 308
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Gas Range
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Family Room
- Basement
- Crown Molding
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
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| Drive: | 13 min | 5.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.5 mi |
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Monroe Street Apartments
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Kitchen
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Kitchen/Dining
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Living Room
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Living Room
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Bedroom
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Bedroom
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2BR, 2BA - 1,100SF - Bathroom
Floor Plans
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bedrooms
Monroe Street Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at Monroe Street Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
Monroe Street Apartments has two-bedrooms available with rent ranges from $1,980/mo. to $2,500/mo.
Monroe Street Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,980 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $79,200 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Monroe Street Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! Monroe Street Apartments offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
237-277 Monroe St
Oswego, IL 60543
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