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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
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Brownstone Apartments2-Bedroom Deluxe Unit2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.34 price per square foot C1.1 Model at Standard On Main Apartments in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,966. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 4 bed / 2 bath Model at University Commons Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $0.89 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.
Standard On Main ApartmentsC1.13BR,3BA$1.34
University Commons Apartments4 bed / 2 bath4BR,2BA$0.89
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsHuron2BR,2BA$1.07
Brownstone Apartments2-Bedroom Deluxe Unit2BR,1BA$1.10
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
The 797 Building1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.30
42 S Adams St, Unit 342 S Adams St1BR,1BA$1.00
59 N Arlington St, Unit 159 N Arlington St1BR,1BA$1.08
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 121 Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH with pricing that ranges from $439 to $2,985. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $450 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 $450 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,298.

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 $925 to $1,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $439.

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