Cheap Homes for Rent in University Area Akron, OH from $500 (22 Rentals)

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property at 549 Brown St

$600 - $900

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549 Brown St

AkronOH44311

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property at 241 Irisdale Pl

$990

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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241 Irisdale Pl

AkronOH44311

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Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit at Glendale priced from $500. Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$500
Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing4 Bedroom 1 Bonus Room - 4 Person Rate5BR,5BA$525
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$620
241 Perkins St1 BR1BR,1BA$745
The Towers/Fir HillStudioStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $0.43 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate Model at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $695. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 537 Carroll St Model at 537 Carroll St starting at $1,510 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing3 Bedroom 2 Bonus Room - 3 Person Rate5BR,5BA$0.43
537 Carroll St537 Carroll St4BR,1BA$0.98
681 Carroll St681 Carroll St5BR,5BA$1.20
Gothic Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.07
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsErie2BR,2BA$1.03
26 S Adams St26 S Adams St2BR,1BA$0.38
The Towers/Fir HillStudioStudio ,1BA$1.17
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.24
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
685 Carroll St, Unit 685685 Carroll StStudio ,1BA$1.07

Frequently Asked Questions about University Area

What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?

There are currently 127 Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH with pricing that ranges from $375 to $2,985. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $500 to $2,320.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Area ranges from $500 to $2,320 with an average monthly rent of $1,183.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Area range from $400 to $2,985, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $990 to $1,460. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $489.

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