
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (20 Rentals)
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840 5th Ave

508 Hammel St

859 Brown St

775 Excelsior Ave

783 E Exchange St
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569 E Exchange St

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569 E Exchange St, Unit 560

134 N Arlington St

1134 Ackley St

555 Lumiere St

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Middlebury Commons

815-817 Johnston St

Carroll Street Apartments

485 Crouse St

833 Brown St

1141 McKinley Ave
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796 Brown St

549 Brown St
East End, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East End Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $750 | $1,275 |
| East End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $545 | $1,950 |
| East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $750 | $2,150 |
| East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $895 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Available East End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East End area of Akron, OH is a 5 Beds unit found at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing priced from $525. The Lofts at The East End has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable East End apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 4 Bedroom 1 Bonus Room - 4 Person Rate | 5BR,5BA | $525 |
| The Lofts at The East End | Spacious Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| 681-687 Carroll St | 681 - Unfurnished | 5BR,5BA | $1,750 |
| The Residences at The East End | Unit Z | 3BR,2BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East End, OH
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the East End area is the $1.46 price per square foot Unit Z Model at The Residences at The East End in the in the Middlebury neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value East End apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate Model at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing starting at $695 with a $0.43 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at The East End | Unit Z | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate | 5BR,5BA | $0.43 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 569 E Exchange St, Unit 560 | 569 E Exchange St | 3BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| The Lofts at The East End | Spacious Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| 681-687 Carroll St | 685 - Unfurnished | 5BR,5BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast End, Akron, OH
Ranked #20
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East End Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East End?
The cheapest apartment in East End is The Lofts at The East End which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in East End costs $2,075.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East End?
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 3 regular apartments in East End 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 East End?
Cheap apartments in East End have an average cost of $1,197 which is $878 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East End.
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