Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriman Valley Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (44 Rentals)

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$700 - $850

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776 N Main St

AkronOH44310

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Dominion Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dominion Townhomes

1719-1723 Dominion DrAkron, OH 44313
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1972 White Pond Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1972 White Pond Dr

1972 White Pond DrAkron, OH 44313
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Dominion Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dominion Townhomes

1716 Dominion DrAkron, OH 44313
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The Avalon
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Avalon

214 N PortageAkron, OH 44303
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Cypress W Market
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress W Market

1984 W Market StAkron, OH 44313
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Liberty Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Commons

1248 Weathervane LnAkron, OH 44313
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Trails Edge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trails Edge Apartments

1725 Merriman RdAkron, OH 44313
Corporate Housing
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property at 1735 Merriman Rd

$1,295

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1735 Merriman Rd, Unit 205, Unit 205

1735 Merriman Rd
AkronOH44313
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$1,295

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1735 Merriman Rd, Unit 301, Unit 301

1735 Merriman Rd
AkronOH44313
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$1,295

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1735 Merriman Rd, Unit 102, Unit 102

1735 Merriman Rd
AkronOH44313
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Twin Oaks Crossing
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Crossing

218 Twin Oaks RdAkron, OH 44313
Student Housing
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1634 20th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1634 20th St

1634 20th StCuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
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Hidden Hills
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Hills

211-219 Portage Trail Ext WCuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
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Portage View West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Portage View West

235-255 W Portage Trail ExtCuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
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Merriman Valley, Akron, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Merriman Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriman Valley area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Merriman Valley Apartments & Townhomes priced from $815. Pine Mill Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Merriman Valley apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merriman Valley Apartments & Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath 569sqft1BR,1BA$815
Pine Mill Ridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Dominion Townhomes & Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
River View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Cypress W Market1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 411711BR,1BA$875
Cypress West Akron ApartmentsW. Market St 1-BR1BR,1BA$895
Hampton KnollThe Avalon1BR,1BA$945
Cascade FallsFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriman Valley, OH

As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriman Valley area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Twin Oaks Crossing in the in the Highland Square neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Merriman Valley apartment is the Four Bedroom Model at Cascade Falls starting at $960 with a $0.76 price per square foot in the Northwest Akron neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriman Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Twin Oaks Crossing3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.07
Cascade FallsFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.76
1791 25th St, Unit 17911791 25th St2BR,1BA$1.00
River View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Hampton KnollThe Avalon1BR,1BA$1.17
1700 Liberty Dr, Unit 1698 Liberty drive1700 Liberty Dr2BR,1BA$1.13
Pine Mill Ridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.30
Cypress West Akron ApartmentsW. Market St 1-BR1BR,1BA$1.43
Merriman Valley Apartments & Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath 569sqft1BR,1BA$1.43
Dominion Townhomes & Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.50

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Ohio and customized analysis for Northern Akron. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriman Valley Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merriman Valley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merriman Valley Apartment is $815 at Merriman Valley Apartments & Townhomes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merriman Valley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merriman Valley is starting from $925 at River View Apartments.

What is the most affordable Merriman Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Merriman Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Merriman Valley Apartments & Townhomes and starts from $1,195.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Akron, OH

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I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Akron, and I'm here to talk to you about this city that is a bustling part of Northeastern Ohio.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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