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$650
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386.5 Silver St

AkronOH44303

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$750 - $950
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712 Roselle Ave

AkronOH44307

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property at 199 Beck Ave
$845 - $1,040
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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199 Beck Ave

AkronOH44302

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Akron, OH

Pricing Updated: 09/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Akron, OH area range in price from $400 to $10,968 with an overall median price of $1,170. The three Akron neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northeast Canton at $795, Ridgewood at $795, and Summit at $815. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Akron Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northeast Canton$795$66018
Ridgewood$795$65025
Summit$815$65034
Crystal Park$815$65034
Fairmount$815$65025
Outer Central South Akron$822$7259
Cherry Avenue$825$65047
Colonial Heights$825$65047
Gibbs Area$825$65049
Plain and City$835$6607

Cheapest Available Akron Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Akron, OH is a 5 Beds unit found at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing in the University Area neighborhood priced from $525. Summit at Glendale in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Akron apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing4 Bedroom 1 Bonus Room - 4 Person Rate5BR, 5BA$525
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR, 1BA$550
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$620
409 Sherman St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR, 1BA$695
389 Sherman St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR, 1BA$695
Alphada Place ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$725
Hobart ApartmentsOne Bedroom / One Bathroom1BR, 1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Akron, OH

As of September 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Akron area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1424 Wooster Rd. Model at 1424 Wooster Rd. in the West Barberton neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Akron apartment is the 53 S Highland Ave Model at 53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2 in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Akron apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1424 Wooster Rd.1424 Wooster Rd.1BR, 1BA$0.90
53 S Highland Ave, Unit 253 S Highland Ave2BR, 2BA$0.83
565 Treeside Dr, Unit 565565 Treeside Dr2BR, 1BA$0.79
569 E Exchange St, Unit 560569 E Exchange St3BR, 1BA$0.81
480 N Hawkins Ave, Unit 480480 N Hawkins Ave2BR, 1BA$0.95
212 1st St NW, Unit first lower212 1st St NW2BR, 1BA$0.98
Tallmadge Hills Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR, 1BA$0.95
River View Apartments2 Bedroom2BR, 1BA$0.93
735 S Firestone Blvd, Unit 735735 S Firestone Blvd2BR, 1BA$0.95
721 Sumner St721 Sumner St1BR, 1BA$0.88

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Akron Overview

Akron is the fifth-largest city in Ohio. Located in the northeastern part of the state, Akron is 40 miles south of Cleveland. The city has a rich and diverse history with plenty to do and with many wonderful options for homes and apartments in Akron, it is a great place to live. In the early 20th century, it became known as a center for business and innovation, a reputation that continues to this day, as it is home to many Fortune 500 companies, including Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. From its many parks to its historic landmarks and retail, entertainment, arts and athletic venues, Akron offers something for every resident.

Why live in Akron, OH?

Akron has placed first in the City Livability competition in the past and was named an All-American City three times. Akron has many desirable features, including a municipal park system which has 6,600 acres. The park system features a 25-mile long trail for bicyclists and hikers. In addition, apartments in Akron are highly affordable. In 2015, Akron was named the most affordable city in the U.S.

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Catrina • 1+ years in Akron

June 14, 2026

Akron is a unique place with lots to do, but it's important to note that it is "block by block" in terms of safety and access. There are parts of the city that are run down, but there are equally areas that are very nice, accessible, close to the highway, or otherwise safe and secure. Housing is very cheap in Akron, which is great for first-time homeowners.

Catrina • 1+ years in Akron

February 28, 2025

Akron is a great place for local entertainment. It's also hooked up to Cleveland, Green, Cuyahoga Falls, and other parts of Ohio by Interstate 77 (which you will get to know and love in this area). There are some areas that are less safe than others, but overall, Akron can be a fantastic place to call home.

Catrina • 2+ years in Akron

February 27, 2025

Akron is a great place to live as long as you're in the safer areas. I personally like to stick to the outskirts, preferring Cuyahoga Falls and the short jog to Akron from there, but there are also some great houses throughout the city. The traffic has the potential to get bad, especially during rush hour, which is something to keep in mind.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Akron Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Akron?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Akron is under $725.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Akron?

The cheapest apartment in Akron is Summit at Glendale which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in Akron costs $1,170.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Akron?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,398 regular apartments in Akron that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Akron?

Cheap apartments in Akron have an average cost of $364 which is $806 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Akron.

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