
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH (72 Rentals)


The Depot

Standard On Main

The Goodrich

Canal Square Apartments

Summit at Glendale

400 Sumner St

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590 Sumner St

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26 Christie St, Unit #4

766 Hazel St
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775 Excelsior Ave

472 Sumner St

680 Sherman St

281 Bellewood Ave

840 5th Ave

555 Lumiere St

241 Perkins St

417 Sherman St

Vine Street Apartments

389 Sherman St
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409 Sherman St

207 Myrtle Pl

119 Dawes Ave

37 S Walnut St

106-108 Lake St

55-57 Cotter St

110 N College St

130 W Long St

Canal Park Tower

782 Yale St
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9 Lake St

156 Ira Ave

1113 Ackley St

89 S Maple St

797 Boulevard St

70 W South St

51 Cotter Ave

394 E South St

846-854 E Exchange St

1244 Moore St
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592 Carroll St

431 Sherman St

724 Excelsior Ave

437 Sumner St

Sumner Hall Apartments

233 Irisdale Pl

801-805 E Exchange St

460-462 Allyn St

201 W Chestnut St

495 Sumner St
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Downtown Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Akron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Akron Studio Apartments | $983 | $620 | $1,175 |
Downtown Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $400 | $1,665 |
| Downtown Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $750 | $2,803 |
| Downtown Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $589 | $2,985 |
| Downtown Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $459 | $1,871 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH.
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Largest Available Downtown Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Akron area of Akron, OH is found at 146 King Dr and is listed at 880 square feet priced from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146 King Dr | 1/1 | 880 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Standard On Main | A7.1 | 670 Sq Ft | $1,337 |
| 400 Sumner St | 500 Sq Ft | $775 | |
| Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | 450 Sq Ft | $550 |
| 409 Sherman St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 420 Sq Ft | $695 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Akron of Akron, OH is the One bedroom Model starting from $550 at Summit at Glendale. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Akron is currently $1,192. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | $550 |
| 409 Sherman St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $695 |
| 146 King Dr | 1/1 | $1,000 |
| Standard On Main | A2.2 | $1,126 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Akron Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Akron with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Akron is at Summit at Glendale listed at $550.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Akron Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Akron is $1,192.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Akron Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Akron is a 880 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at 146 King Dr.
What is the average size for Downtown Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Akron is currently 652 sq ft.
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