
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit Lake Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $400 (71 Rentals)
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281 Bellewood Ave

491 Allyn St

Summit at Glendale

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370 Cole Ave

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1751 S Main St, Unit 3

614 Madison Ave

College Street Apartments

Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes

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The Towers/Fir Hill
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729 Mallison Ave

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2290 27th St SW, Unit 2

561 E Buchtel Ave

812 Kling St

1331-1333 Thurston St

1331-1333 Thurston St

847 Jason Ave

1331-1333 Thurston St

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1254 McIntosh Ave, Unit #1

578 Hoye Ave
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1433 Kenmore Blvd

1695 Leighton Ave

Cedar Knoll Apartments

656 Kling St

278 Torrey St, Unit B

1331-1333 Thurston St

813 Fess Ave

1127 Victory St

793 Boulevard St

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1171 La Croix Ave, Unit 2
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299 Lloyd St

442 E Thornton St

241 Irisdale Pl

1171 La Croix Ave

1616 Maxen Dr, Unit 1

490 Gage St

814 Dover Ave

165 Oak Park Dr

124 Dawes Ave

2159 22nd St
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555 Lumiere St

31 Firestone Blvd

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Wilmich Manor

Rosamond Apartments

Channelwood Village

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678 Kling St

465 Courtney Pl
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Summit Lake, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Lake Studio Apartments | $965 | $620 | $1,130 |
| Summit Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $400 | $1,750 |
| Summit Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $595 | $2,803 |
| Summit Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $475 | $2,985 |
| Summit Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $489 | $6,734 |
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Cheapest Available Summit Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summit Lake area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit at Glendale priced from $600. College Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $620. Here are the most affordable Summit Lake apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes | 888 & 899 Rosamond | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 241 Perkins St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Towers/Fir Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| East Buchtel Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 2547 Manchester Rd | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit Lake, OH
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit Lake area is the $0.98 price per square foot 537 Carroll St Model at 537 Carroll St in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,510. The second greatest value Summit Lake apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Gothic Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 537 Carroll St | 537 Carroll St | 4BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Gothic Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 1171 La Croix Ave, Unit 2 | 1171 La Croix Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| 119 Dawes Ave | 1.5/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 370 Cole Ave | 370 Cole Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 1254 McIntosh Ave, Unit #1 | 1254 McIntosh Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2547 Manchester Rd | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Towers/Fir Hill | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1751 S Main St, Unit 3 | 1751 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSummit Lake, Akron, OH
Ranked #26
Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Summit Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Summit Lake is Summit at Glendale which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Summit Lake costs $1,349.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Summit Lake?
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 34 regular apartments in Summit Lake 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 Summit Lake?
Cheap apartments in Summit Lake have an average cost of $423 which is $926 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Summit Lake.
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