
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Square Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (24 Rentals)
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276 Merriman Rd

53 Metlin Ave

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The Highland Square

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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 | $550 | $850 |
| Highland Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $550 | $1,400 |
| Highland Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $560 | $1,539 |
| Highland Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $745 | $5,776 |
| Highland Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,536 | $995 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 24 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 $500. 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 | $500 |
| Belle West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 276 Merriman Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Tower 80 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Highland Square | One Bedroom Corner Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Square, OH
As of March 11, 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 in the North Hill neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Highland Square apartment is the 276 Merriman Rd Model at 276 Merriman Rd starting at $1,350 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood. 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 |
| 276 Merriman Rd | 276 Merriman Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 53 S Highland Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Twin Oaks Crossing | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 89 Dick Ave, Unit 1 | 89 Dick Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Tower 80 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 276 Merriman Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
| 122 Edgerton Rd, Unit Edgerton first floor | 122 Edgerton Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 44 S Bates St, Unit 1 | 44 S Bates St | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Square is under $995.
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 $500, while the average apartment in Highland Square costs $3,562.
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 2 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 $115 which is $3,447 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Square.
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