Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $900 (7 Rentals)

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1735 Merriman Rd

AkronOH44313
property at 1735 Merriman Rd

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1735 Merriman Rd

AkronOH44313

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property at 1735 Merriman Rd

$1,295

Total Monthly Price

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$1,295

Total Monthly Price
$1,295

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1735 Merriman Rd

AkronOH44313

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. The Woods of Fairlawn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. 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
The Woods of Fairlawn1BD Ash w/ Hardwood Floors1BR,1BA$895
Cypress West Akron ApartmentsW. Market St 1-BR1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Akron, OH

As of February 24, 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 2b/1b Model at Trails Edge Apartments starting at $1,419 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.
Twin Oaks Crossing3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.07
Trails Edge Apartments2b/1b2BR,1BA$1.57
Dominion Townhomes & Apartments2 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Cedarwood Village ApartmentsThe Sand Run1BR,1BA$1.31
Cascade FallsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Akron

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Akron?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Akron, OH with pricing that ranges from $615 to $1,729. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Akron ranging from $995 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Akron?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Akron ranges from $995 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,487.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Akron?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Akron range from $1,200 to $1,554, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $1,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,380 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,554.

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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