
Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH (166 Rentals)


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569 E Exchange St, Unit 560

26 S Adams St, Unit #3

580 Baird St

1134 Ackley St
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55 Cotter Ave, Unit 3

55 Cotter Ave, Unit 4

26 S Adams St, Unit 3

286 Lockert Ct

863 Berghoff St

586 Johnston Ct

783 E Exchange St

378 Cross St

93 Jewett St

569 E Exchange St
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653 Sherman St

508 Hammel St

680 Sherman St

605 E Buchtel Ave

679-703 Sherman St

349 Cleveland St

115 Dawes Ave

656 Hammel St

1076 Ackley St

51 Cotter Ave
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662 Sumner St

775 Excelsior Ave

707 Hazel St

107 Dawes Ave

1141 McKinley Ave

859 Brown St

656 Kling St

840 5th Ave

281 Bellewood Ave

508 Crouse St
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University Area, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $750 | $1,130 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $400 | $1,665 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $625 | $2,803 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $589 | $2,985 |
| University Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $850 | $459 | $1,871 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Akron. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
This area is one of our favorite upscale submarkets in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs and cats. This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about University Area
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Area Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Area ranges from $400 to $1,665 with an average monthly rent of $1,221.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Area cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Area range from $625 to $2,803. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,485.
How expensive are University Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 20 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $589 to $2,985 - averaging $1,437 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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