Room to Roam

By Mark Loehrke
Appears in the August 2026 issue.

This Oswego property offers plenty of elbow room

When it comes to housing in many popular suburbs, increased desirability has led to uncomfortable density. Luckily, those seeking the peace and privacy of a more spacious homestead can still find one if they’re willing to search.

Take, for instance, the home at 1502 Cherry Road in Oswego. While relatively close to both the town’s modest-but-growing downtown and the waves of development engulfing the area’s wide-open spaces, this 4,800-square-foot abode, built in 2005 and now on the market for $1.499 million, sits on 14 green acres, offering a sense of “away” that fewer and fewer suburban properties can. And that sense of openness extends to the inside of the home, thanks to features like the airy living room, the expansive basement, and the finished room above the four-car garage that opens up a host of intriguing possibilities, from office to guest room to kids’ hangout space. There are also five bedrooms and 3.5 baths—including two main-level master suites.

All in all, it’s a property with a little more room to breathe than most. And for those suburban sardines looking to break out of the tin, that can make all the difference. “It’s a place where you can slow down, enjoy the open space, and feel connected to nature every day,” says listing agent Tammy Rodrigues of Generation Home Pro. “From watching deer graze in the fields at sunrise to hearing birds chirping throughout the day, it’s the kind of setting that creates a sense of peace and escape that’s increasingly hard to find.”

Photos: Creative Light Studios