1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH (45 Rentals)

Bowery District Apartments

The Depot

Standard On Main Apartments

The Towers/Fir Hill
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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 |
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University Area Studio Apartments | $986 | $590 | $1,200 |
University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $550 | $1,775 |
University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $560 | $2,795 |
University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $599 | $2,985 |
University Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $787 | $439 | $1,799 |
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Largest Available University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University Area area of Akron, OH is found at Bowery District Apartments and is listed at 864 square feet priced from $1,065. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Bowery District Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 864 Sq Ft | $1,065 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | 775 Sq Ft | $850 |
Mayflower Manor Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
159 Main | One Bedroom | 732 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
Carroll Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 540 Sq Ft | $725 |
Standard On Main Apartments | A2.3 | 536 Sq Ft | $1,110 |
Cheapest Available University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University Area of Akron, OH is the One bedroom Model starting from $500 at Summit at Glendale. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University Area is currently $1,246. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | $500 |
Carroll Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $725 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | $850 |
Bowery District Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,065 |
Standard On Main Apartments | A2.3 | $1,110 |
159 Main | One Bedroom | $1,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University Area Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University Area is $1,246.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University Area is a 864 square feet unit starting from $1,065 at Bowery District Apartments.
What is the average size for University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University Area is currently 1,616 sq ft.
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