
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Square Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (45 Rentals)
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26 Christie St, Unit #4

386.5 Silver St

Belle West

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44 S Bates St, Unit 1

98 N Portage Path

199 Beck Ave

54 S Portage Path

399 Madison Ave
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Twin Oaks Crossing

Tower 80

65 Nickel

141 N. Rose Blvd, Unit Apt #3

175 Beck Ave

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53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2

182 Westwood Ave

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228 Gale St, Unit Top Unit
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949 W Exchange St

456 Noah Ave

753 W Market St

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Hampshire House

207 Myrtle Pl

764 Work Dr
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908 Work Dr

Rosaline Apartments

The Avalon

96 N Portage Path

294 Madison Ave

23 Charlotte St

159-166 Walnut Ter

Highland Tower

The Colony
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146 King Dr

119 Dawes Ave

143 Gale St

949 W Exchange St

258 S Portage Path

115 Westmoreland Terrace

836 Stadelman Ave

884 Copley Rd

320 Crosby St
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Highland Square, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Square Studio Apartments | $750 | $725 | $775 |
| Highland Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $916 | $550 | $1,400 |
| Highland Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $750 | $3,928 |
| Highland Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $650 | $4,034 |
| Highland Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,404 | $1,500 | $5,522 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Square Neighborhood of Akron, OH.
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Cheapest Available Highland Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Square area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit at Glendale priced from $550. Belle West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Highland Square apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $550 |
| Belle West | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $725 |
| Rosaline Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $792 |
| 23 Charlotte St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $850 |
| Twin Oaks Crossing | 1x1 B | 1BR, 1BA | $925 |
| Tower 80 | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $975 |
| 65 Nickel | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Square, OH
As of September 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Square area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cascade Lofts in the North Hill neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Highland Square apartment is the 93 Oakdale Ave Model at 93 Oakdale Ave, Unit 4 in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood starting at $1,500 with a $1.00 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Lofts | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.21 |
| 93 Oakdale Ave, Unit 4 | 93 Oakdale Ave | 4BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| 53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 53 S Highland Ave | 2BR, 2BA | $0.83 |
| 1084 Jefferson Ave | 2 Beds | 2BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
| Tower 80 | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| Twin Oaks Crossing | 1x1 B | 1BR, 1BA | $1.23 |
| 44 S Bates St, Unit 1 | 44 S Bates St | 3BR, 1BA | $0.99 |
| 23 Charlotte St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.26 |
| 26 Christie St, Unit #4 | 26 Christie St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Summit at Glendale | Two bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Square Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Square?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Square is Summit at Glendale which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in Highland Square costs $1,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Square?
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 6 regular apartments in Highland Square 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 Highland Square?
Cheap apartments in Highland Square have an average cost of $218 which is $782 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Square.
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