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South Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wilbeth Arlington Homes4 Bedroom4BR,1BA$200
The Ericsson4 Bedroom Townhome4BR,1BA$200
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$590
King Apartments LTDOne Bedroom Updated1BR,1BA$610
Park Lane Manor Apartments1x11BR,1BA$700
Carroll Street Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Cedar Knoll ApartmentsCedar Knoll: 2 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded2BR,1BA$885

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Akron area is the $1.00 price per square foot 4 bed / 2 bath Model at University Commons Apartments in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value South Akron apartment is the Huron Model at Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.07 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Commons Apartments4 bed / 2 bath4BR,2BA$1.00
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsHuron2BR,2BA$1.07
1425 Marcy St, Unit Up1425 Marcy St3BR,1BA$0.83
1214 Beardsley St, Unit B1214 Beardsley St2BR,1BA$1.09
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Wilbeth Arlington Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.27
The Ericsson2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$0.28
King Apartments LTDOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
59 N Arlington St, Unit 159 N Arlington St1BR,1BA$1.13
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Akron

What type of rentals are currently available in South Akron?

There are currently 227 Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH with pricing that ranges from $200 to $7,100. There are also 86 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Akron ranging from $675 to $2,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Akron ranges from $675 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,362.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Akron range from $200 to $2,985, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $1,431. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $200.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Akron, OH

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I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Akron, and I'm here to talk to you about this city that is a bustling part of Northeastern Ohio.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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