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The Ericsson
1380 Dahlgren DrAkron, OH 44306
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Wilbeth Arlington Homes
910 Eller AveAkron, OH 44306
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685 Carroll St, Unit 685
685 Carroll StAkron, OH 44304
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34 S Adams StAkron, OH 44304
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681 Carroll StAkron, OH 44304
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17 Agate Pl
17 Agate PlAkron, OH 44305
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26 S Adams StAkron, OH 44304
281 Bellewood Ave
AkronOH44311
309 Power St
AkronOH44311
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370 Cole Ave
370 Cole AveAkron, OH 44301
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53 S College StAkron, OH 44308
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King Apartments LTD
669 Carnegie AveAkron, OH 44314
668 Sumner St
AkronOH44311
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1180 Atwood Ave, Unit 2
1180 Atwood AveAkron, OH 44301
972 Hunt St
AkronOH44306
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766 Anderson Ave
766 Anderson AveAkron, OH 44306
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600-602 Sherman StAkron, OH 44311
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The Towers/Fir Hill
55 Fir Hill DrAkron, OH 44304
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30 S Adams St, Unit 1
30 S Adams StAkron, OH 44304
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30 S Adams StAkron, OH 44304
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55 Cotter AveAkron, OH 44305
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55 Cotter AveAkron, OH 44305
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812 Kling St
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Cedar Knoll Apartments
352-380 W Cedar StAkron, OH 44307
656 Kling St
AkronOH44311
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278 Torrey St, Unit B
278 Torrey StAkron, OH 44304
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31 Firestone Blvd
31 Firestone BlvdAkron, OH 44301
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503-505 Vine StAkron, OH 44304
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2010-2040 Wilmich DrAkron, OH 44319
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731 Dunbar DrAkron, OH 44311
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Middlebury Commons
953 E Market StAkron, OH 44305
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375 Cross StAkron, OH 44311
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1015-1077 Neville AveAkron, OH 44306
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36 Lake St
36 Lake StAkron, OH 44301
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South Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Akron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Akron Studio Apartments | $900 | $375 | $1,275 |
| South Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $200 | $2,205 |
| South Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $200 | $2,195 |
| South Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $200 | $2,985 |
| South Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $200 | $1,799 |
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Cheapest Available South Akron Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Akron area of Akron, OH is a 4 Beds unit found at Wilbeth Arlington Homes priced from $200. The Ericsson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $200. Here are the most affordable South Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Wilbeth Arlington Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
| The Ericsson | 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 4 Bedroom 1 Bonus Room - 4 Person Rate | 5BR,5BA | $525 |
| College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH
As of March 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Akron area is the $0.43 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate Model at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value South Akron apartment is the 537 Carroll St Model at 537 Carroll St starting at $1,510 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Akron apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate | 5BR,5BA | $0.43 |
| 537 Carroll St | 537 Carroll St | 4BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Erie | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 26 S Adams St | 26 S Adams St | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 370 Cole Ave | 370 Cole Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 1180 Atwood Ave, Unit 2 | 1180 Atwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Wilbeth Arlington Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| The Ericsson | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 685 Carroll St, Unit 685 | 685 Carroll St | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Akron Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Akron?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Akron is under $650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Akron?
The cheapest apartment in South Akron is Wilbeth Arlington Homes which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in South Akron costs $1,259.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Akron?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 37 regular apartments in South Akron that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Akron?
Cheap apartments in South Akron have an average cost of $450 which is $809 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Akron.
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