Frequently Asked Questions

Below, you'll find answers to some of the most common questions we receive from prospective residents at Emblem Oswego.

How do I apply for an apartment?
What do I need to bring with me to tour an apartment?
How much is the Application Fee?
Is there an Admin Fee I must pay?
Do I have to pay a Deposit?
If I am required to give a deposit, is my deposit refundable?
Is Emblem Oswego Pet Friendly?
What is the Pet Policy?
What School District is Emblem Oswego in?
What are the income and credit qualifications?
What is acceptable proof of income to sign a lease?
What happens if I qualify for an apartment, but my roommate does not?
Can I break the lease?
Do you accept leases for shorter terms?
Am I required to have renter’s insurance?
Do you offer furnished apartments?
When is my rent due?
How far is the nearest dog park?
Are there any bike trails nearby?
What are the nearest restaurants?
Do you have on-site maintenance?
Is there parking at Emblem Oswego?

You can apply for an apartment at Emblem Oswego online here or in-person.

What do I need to bring with me to tour an apartment?

Please bring a valid form of identification, DL, State ID, or Passport. Emblem Oswego uses a 3rd party verification system to validate identification.

How much is the Application Fee?

The application fee for Emblem Oswego is $65 per applicant. This fee is due at the time of application.

Is there an Admin Fee I must pay?

Yes, the admin fee for a home at Emblem Oswego is $250 per household. This fee is due at the time of application.

Do I have to pay a Deposit?

No. Emblem Oswego does not require a security deposit unless your credit requires it.

If I am required to give a deposit, is my deposit refundable?

If you require a deposit, it is subject to a refund. Your final account statement may receive reductions to the deposit based on the condition of the home and/or any outstanding payments that are due.

Is Emblem Oswego Pet Friendly?

Yes, Emblem Oswego is pet friendly. We allow cats and dogs only.

What is the Pet Policy?

Emblem Oswego limits 2 pets per home that are no larger than 65lbs each at full growth. There is a one-time non-refundable pet fee of $350 that is due at move-in. The monthly pet rent is $30 per pet. Breed restrictions do apply and are as followed: Pit Bull Terriers, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Chow Chow, Akita, German Shepherds, Presa, Canarios, Wolf-Hybrids, Mastiffs, Cane Corsos, Great Danes, Alaskan Malamutes and Staffordshire Terriers. Exotic pets are also prohibited.

What School District is Emblem Oswego in?

Emblem Oswego is in the highly rated public school district of SD308.

What are the income and credit qualifications?

Emblem Oswego utilizes a 3rd party screening system to determine qualified applicants. The standard income qualifications require a monthly income that meets or exceeds 3x the amount of the monthly rent.

What is acceptable proof of income to sign a lease?

Emblem Oswego accepts your most recent W-2, 3 months of bank statements, or your 3 most recent paystubs. Any other forms of income will need to be consulted with our leasing office. Stipulations may apply. For further details please inquire with the leasing office or contact us here.

What happens if I qualify for an apartment, but my roommate does not?

Emblem Oswego requires all tenants on the lease to qualify for the home.

Can I break the lease?

Emblem Oswego does allow lease breaks. A 60-day notice to vacate is required along with a lease break fee that totals 2 months of rent. The remaining 2 months of rent is still owed in addition to the fee.

Do you accept leases for shorter terms?

Currently, Emblem Oswego offers 12-to-15-month leases.

Am I required to have renter’s insurance?

Renter’s Insurance is required for all lease holders at Emblem Oswego of $100,000 in personal liability. Please consult our leasing office if you would like more information on where to obtain Renter’s Insurance.

Do you offer furnished apartments?

Emblem Oswego does not offer furnished apartment homes; however, our Leasing Team can put you in contact with a representative from Cort who will assist with furnishing your apartment here.

When is my rent due?

Rent at Emblem Oswego is due on the 1st of every month. We do allow a 4-day grace period before late fees may incur.

How far is the nearest dog park?

Emblem Oswego has a dog park located onsite. There is also a Happy Trails Dog Park that is 10 minutes away from Emblem Oswego.

Are there any bike trails nearby?

Ogden Falls Park and it is 5 minutes away from Emblem Oswego.

What are the nearest restaurants?

Riverside Pizza & Pub is 8 minutes away from Emblem Oswego
Shu’s Sushi Bar & Grill is 8 minutes away from Emblem Oswego
Oak and Bean is 10 minutes away from Emblem Oswego
Please refer to the neighborhood page for full details.

Do you have on-site maintenance?

Yes. Emblem Oswego has an on-site maintenance team that works during normal business hours. We also offer a 24/7 monitored emergency maintenance line.

Is there parking at Emblem Oswego?

Yes. Emblem Oswego offers surface lot parking or detached garages for rent. Detached garages are $150/month, while surface lot parking is available at no extra cost. Detached garage availability is limited and offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.