316 3rd Ave W
316 3rd Ave W,
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
$699 | 1 Bed
Oskaloosa
Oskaloosa, IA
Area Guide
A historic small town in southern Iowa
Historic
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Family-Friendly
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Peaceful
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Affordable
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Scenic
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Located about an hour’s drive from Des Moines, Oskaloosa is a historic city with a charming small-town atmosphere. Oskaloosa, also known as “Osky,” was a national center for bituminous coal mining in the late 1800s. Osky maintains a strong sense of historic character to this day, from its red-brick commercial buildings and many apartments in old-fashioned homes to the Nelson Pioneer Farm, which chronicles the area’s rich agricultural past.
Osky fosters a close-knit community with an array of annual events, such as the Southern Iowa Fair, Skunk River Arts Festival, Sweet Corn Serenade, and the Lighted Christmas Parade. Numerous Osky residents work, attend, or have attended William Penn University, which also calls the community home. There are abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation as well, with the scenic Edmundson Park, Lake Keomah, and plenty of public golf courses in town.
Rent Trends
As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Oskaloosa, IA is $753 for a studio, $737 for one bedroom, $600 for two bedrooms, and $713 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oskaloosa has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$737/month
660 Sq Ft
Transportation
50
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
58
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
886 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
454 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
600 Students
5
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lake Keomah State Park
