
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Akron, AL from $495 (36 Rentals)
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The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

Forrester Gardens Apartments

Hackberry Place

Rain Tree Estates

Brookstone Apartment Homes

Forest Lake Apartments

Skyland Pointe

High Country Apartments
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The Links at Tuscaloosa

The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/II

Ridge View Apartments

Aspen Village Apartment Homes

Mountain View Apartment Homes

Fountain Square Apartment Homes

Regal Pointe Apartment Homes
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Valley Square Apartments

Magnolia Place

Audubon Manor

2800 McFarland

WR Tower Apartments

Bent Tree Apartment Homes

Copper Creek

Water Oak Apartments

Dogwood Lane Apartments
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Landmark Apartments

Hallmark at Garden Parkway

French Quarter Apartments

The Glens

Inverness Apartments

139 39th St E

2683 21st St

4017 68th Ave

12018 County Line Rd
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Akron, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Akron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron Studio Apartments | $653 | $495 | $980 |
| Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $550 | $1,825 |
| Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $600 | $2,699 |
| Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $789 | $2,150 |
| Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $639 | $2,330 |
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Cheapest Available Akron Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Akron, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Hackberry Place in the West Tuscaloosa neighborhood priced from $615. Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Akron apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hackberry Place | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Flex Studio Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $645 |
| Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| High Country Apartments | 2Bed - 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Creekwood Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Riverbend Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Skyland Pointe | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Aspen Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Aspen Village | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Akron, AL and Nearby
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Akron area is the $0.57 price per square foot Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Akron apartment is the Cali Model at The Grove Moundville starting at $2,042 with a $1.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Akron apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metalworks Condos | Metalworks Condo | 3BR,4BA | $0.57 |
| The Grove Moundville | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Magnolia, A Prosper Community | 3x3 Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.39 |
| Dogwood Lane Apartments | 2 BR 1 BA DPLX | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Sun Valley Apartments | 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| The Glens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Valley Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Creekwood Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Akron Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Akron?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Akron is at Flex Studio Apartments listed at $645.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Akron Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Akron Apartment is $615 at Hackberry Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Akron Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Akron is starting from $765 at Hackberry Place.
What is the most affordable Akron Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Akron Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Glens and starts from $1,099.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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