
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $300 (74 Rentals)
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Wilbeth Arlington Homes

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685 Carroll St, Unit 685

281 Bellewood Ave

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370 Cole Ave

958 Hunt St

687 Carroll St

King Apartments LTD

202 W Long St

958 E Wilbeth Rd
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605 E Buchtel Ave

26 S Adams St, Unit 3

26 S Adams St, Unit #3

2264 5th St SW

508 Hammel St

55 Cotter Ave, Unit 5

55 Cotter Ave, Unit 5

398 E South St

400 Sumner St

794 Anderson Ave
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780 Anderson Ave, Unit 12

769 Anderson Ave, Unit Apt. 6

769 Anderson Ave

794 Anderson Ave, Unit 9

719 E Waterloo Rd

656 Kling St

729 Mallison Ave

775 Excelsior Ave

University Commons Apartments

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551 Baltimore Ave, Unit 551
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551 Baltimore Ave

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1171 La Croix Ave, Unit 2

505 Rentschler St

67 E Archwood Ave

783 E Exchange St

614 Madison Ave

Cedar Knoll Apartments

1210 Wyley Ave

783 Anderson Ave, Unit 5

779 Anderson Ave, Unit 11
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822 Hazel St

1134 Ackley St

134 N Arlington St

779 Anderson Ave, Unit 10

783 Anderson Ave, Unit 10

680 Sherman St

783 Anderson Ave

555 Lumiere St

31 Firestone Blvd

Vine Street Apartments
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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 | $922 | $375 | $1,275 |
| South Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,118 | $200 | $1,950 |
| South Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $200 | $2,803 |
| South Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $200 | $2,985 |
| South Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $200 | $6,044 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Neville Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| East Buchtel Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| University Commons Apartments | 0BR / 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 2547 Manchester Rd | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH
As of June 06, 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 Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at The Towers/Fir Hill starting at $1,400 with a $1.01 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate | 5BR,5BA | $0.43 |
| The Towers/Fir Hill | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 1171 La Croix Ave, Unit 2 | 1171 La Croix Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| 370 Cole Ave | 370 Cole Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 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 |
| Neville Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 685 Carroll St, Unit 685 | 685 Carroll St | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Akron, Akron, OH
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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 $825.
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 $1,479.
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 36 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 $430 which is $1,049 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Akron.
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