
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Dominion Townhomes & Apartments

Cypress West Akron Apartments

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1700 Liberty Dr, Unit 1698 Liberty drive, Unit 1698 Liberty drive

1946 White Pond Dr

2046 W Market St

Cascade Falls
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2020 W Market St

1726-1726 Tanglewood Dr

87 N Pershing Ave, Unit 89

Cedarwood Village Apartments

1779 Liberty Dr

Trails Edge Apartments

Dominion Townhomes
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Dominion Townhomes

1972 White Pond Dr

Dominion Townhomes

The Avalon

White Pond Villa - Seniors 55+

Cypress W Market

The Woods of Fairlawn
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Liberty Commons

1516 W Market St

Trails Edge Apartments

1735 Merriman Rd, Unit 102, Unit 102

1735 Merriman Rd, Unit 301, Unit 301

1735 Merriman Rd, Unit 205, Unit 205

Twin Oaks Crossing
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Northwest Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Akron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Akron Studio Apartments | $615 | $615 | $615 |
| Northwest Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,035 | $718 | $1,295 |
| Northwest Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $850 | $1,595 |
| Northwest Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $1,100 | $1,554 |
| Northwest Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $1,554 | $8,098 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Akron Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Akron area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments priced from $825. Cypress W Market has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Northwest Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominion Townhomes & Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Cypress W Market | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 41171 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Cypress West Akron Apartments | W. Market St 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Cascade Falls | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $960 |
| Trails Edge Apartments | 1b/1b | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Twin Oaks Crossing | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Redwood Akron | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Akron, OH
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Akron 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 Northwest Akron 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 Northwest Akron apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Oaks Crossing | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Cascade Falls | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Redwood Akron | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Trails Edge Apartments | 2b/1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 1700 Liberty Dr, Unit 1698 Liberty drive | 1700 Liberty Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cypress West Akron Apartments | W. Market St 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cypress W Market | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 41172 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Dominion Townhomes & Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Akron Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Akron Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Akron Apartment is $825 at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Akron Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Akron is starting from $975 at Cypress W Market.
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