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University Area, Akron, OH Local Guide

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. College Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $590. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$500
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$590
Carroll Street Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3 bed room Model at Canal Square Apartments in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,965. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 4 bed / 2 bath Model at University Commons Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 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.
Canal Square Apartments3 bed room3BR,2BA$1.40
University Commons Apartments4 bed / 2 bath4BR,2BA$1.00
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsHuron2BR,2BA$1.07
401 Lofts3x33BR,3BA$1.47
656 Hammel St, Unit UP656 Hammel St4BR,1BA$1.24
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
59 N Arlington St, Unit 159 N Arlington St1BR,1BA$1.13
Carroll Street Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.34
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.18
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11

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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 $489 to $2,985. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $675 to $2,000.

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 $675 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,355.

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 $599 to $2,985, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $1,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $489.

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