
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Dominion Townhomes & Apartments

200 N Portage Path, Unit #6

Cypress West Akron Apartments

Cascade Falls

1726-1726 Tanglewood Dr
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480 N Hawkins Ave, Unit 480

Twin Oaks Crossing Apartments

87 N Pershing Ave, Unit 89

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Dominion Townhomes

1972 White Pond Dr

Dominion Townhomes

The Avalon

White Pond Villa - Seniors 55+

Cypress W Market
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The Woods of Fairlawn

Liberty Commons

Trails Edge Apartments

Redwood Akron

355 Village Pointe Dr

1056 Endicott Dr
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302 N Pershing Ave
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 | $1,006 | $718 | $1,295 |
| Northwest Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $975 | $1,595 |
| Northwest Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $1,300 | $1,545 |
| Northwest Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,852 | $1,654 | $8,546 |
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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 West Akron Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. 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 West Akron Apartments | W. Market St. Garden 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Trails Edge Apartments | 1b/1b | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Cascade Falls | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,454 |
| Redwood Akron | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,741 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Akron, OH
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Akron area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Redwood Akron in the in the Northwest Akron neighborhood starting from $1,736. The second greatest value Northwest Akron apartment is the 480 N Hawkins Ave Model at 480 N Hawkins Ave, Unit 480 starting at $1,095 with a $1.10 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Akron | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 480 N Hawkins Ave, Unit 480 | 480 N Hawkins Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Trails Edge Apartments | 2b/1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 200 N Portage Path, Unit #6 | 200 N Portage Path | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Cypress West Akron Apartments | W. Market St 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Dominion Townhomes & Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Ohio and customized analysis for Northwestern Akron. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 Dominion Townhomes & Apartments.
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