
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $300 (32 Rentals)
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1532 Woodland Ave NW, Unit 1

St. Charles Court Apartments

Case Mansion Flats

1532 Woodland Ave NW, Unit 2

1312 Cleveland Ave.

2325 4th St NW

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818 Shorb Ave NW, Unit 3, Unit 3
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Marche' Apartments

1120 6th St NW

1736 Spring Ave NE

1732 Spring Ave NE

323 Bedford Ave NW

Heritage House

417 Mckinley Ave NW

1315 Logan Ave NW
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Bayldon Manor

New Horizon

Wilson Pointe

619-623 8th St NW

London House

Newton Family Apartments

1320 9th St NW

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316 13th St NE

1027 17th St NW

727 Camden Ave SW

Suites At 400 McKinley

2228 Seventh St SW

1212 Shorb Ave NW

806 Prospect Ave SW

218 Kennet Ct NW
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Summit, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Studio Apartments | $720 | $675 | $775 |
| Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $600 | $1,700 |
| Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $725 | $4,505 |
| Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
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Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summit area of Akron, OH is a Studio unit found at 417 Mckinley Ave NW priced from $495. Newton Family Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable Summit apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 417 Mckinley Ave NW | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Newton Family Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $665 |
| Case Mansion Flats | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| 1312 Cleveland Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $715 |
| 1137 7th St NW | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Hercules Apartments | A21 | 1BR,1BA | $1,501 |
| Bliss Lofts | Suite 6 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, OH
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $0.63 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at 1137 7th St NW in the in the Northwest Canton neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the B10 Model at Hercules Apartments starting at $2,825 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Northwest Canton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1137 7th St NW | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Hercules Apartments | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Bliss Lofts | Suite 4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Newton Family Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Case Mansion Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| 1312 Cleveland Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Summit?
The cheapest apartment in Summit is Case Mansion Flats which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Summit costs $1,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Summit?
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 2 regular apartments in Summit that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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