
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH (33 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the University Area area of Akron that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


University Commons Apartments

The Goodrich

Gothic Apartments

Canal Square Apartments

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Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing
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400 Sumner St

55 Cotter Ave, Unit 3

55 Cotter Ave, Unit 4

586 Johnston Ct

93 Jewett St

859 Brown St
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815-817 Johnston St

796 Brown St

377 Talbot Ave

800 1/2 Beardsley St

498 Gage St

885 Brown St

768 Beardsley St

1141 McKinley Ave
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119 Dawes Ave

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Carroll Street Apartments

833 Brown St

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146 King Dr

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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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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Area Neighborhood of Akron, OH.
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Most Pet Friendly University Area Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the University Area area of Akron, OH that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing with prices starting from $415 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Canal Square Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,250. Here are the most Pet Friendly University Area apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 4/4 | Downtown Akron | $415 |
| Canal Square Apartments | 3.8/4 | Downtown Akron | $1,250 |
| The Towers/Fir Hill | 3.8/4 | Downtown Akron | $1,400 |
| The Goodrich | 3.4/4 | Downtown Akron | $1,085 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | 3.4/4 | Downtown Akron | $1,300 |
| University Edge Akron | 3.4/4 | Downtown Akron | $559 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in University Area
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the University Area of University Area is the 4 Bedroom 1 Bonus Room - 4 Person Rate Model at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing, which is a 5 Beds unit starting from $525. The second cheapest University Area Pet Friendly apartment is the 1BR / 1 bath - FP 1 1 Bed unit at University Commons Apartments starting at $925. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly University Area apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 4 Bedroom 1 Bonus Room - 4 Person Rate | $525 |
| University Commons Apartments | 1BR / 1 bath - FP 1 | $925 |
| 400 Sumner St | 2 Bedroom | $1,100 |
| Standard On Main | A3.1 | $1,230 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | $1,300 |
| Gothic Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $1,390 |
| The Towers/Fir Hill | Three Bedroom Two Bath | $1,400 |
| Canal Square Apartments | Updated 2 bed | $1,400 |
| 159 Main | One Bedroom | $1,500 |
| The Goodrich | 9 | $2,180 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have younger kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Akron, this submarket is one of our preferred communities for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and access to the most respected school districts for the kids to attend.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area of Akron ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly University Area Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly University Area Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in University Area is $1,378.
What is the largest Pet Friendly University Area Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in University Area is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $415 at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing.
What is the average size for University Area Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in University Area is currently at 824 sq ft.
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