Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (12 Rentals)

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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
Corporate Housing
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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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Northwest Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

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 $750. Twin Oaks Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Northwest Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dominion Townhomes & Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Twin Oaks Crossing0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$795
The Woods of Fairlawn1BD Ash w/ Hardwood Floors1BR,1BA$895
Cypress West Akron ApartmentsW. Market St 1-BR1BR,1BA$895
Cedarwood Village ApartmentsThe Sand Run1BR,1BA$949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Akron, OH

As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Akron area is the $1.69 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Redwood Akron in the in the Northwest Akron neighborhood starting from $1,691. The second greatest value Northwest Akron apartment is the 2b/2b Model at Trails Edge Apartments starting at $1,459 with a $1.57 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood Akron2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.69
Trails Edge Apartments2b/2b2BR,2BA$1.57
Dominion Townhomes & Apartments2 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Cedarwood Village ApartmentsThe Sand Run1BR,1BA$1.27
Cascade FallsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
Twin Oaks Crossing0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.27
Cypress West Akron ApartmentsW. Market St 1-BR1BR,1BA$1.43
The Woods of Fairlawn1BD Ash Upgraded1BR,1BA$1.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northwest Akron, Akron, OH

Ranked #9

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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 $750 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 $850 at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments.

What is the most affordable Northwest Akron Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Akron Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments and starts from $1,200.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.