
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (22 Rentals)
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Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes

794 W Market St, Unit #D

57 Mayfield Ave

897 Stadelman Ave

34 Grand Ave

179 Burton Ave
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923 Baughman St

11 S Highland Ave

The Heritage at White Pond

132 Beck Ave

28 Grand Ave

1365 East Ave

The Highland Square
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999 W Exchange St

753 W Market St

Rosamond Apartments

Hampshire House

294 Madison Ave

696-710 Frederick Blvd.

Tower 80
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West Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Akron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Akron Studio Apartments | $792 | $750 | $835 |
| West Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $881 | $655 | $1,320 |
| West Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,074 | $750 | $1,500 |
| West Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $850 | $3,183 |
| West Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,103 | $1,050 | $5,448 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH.
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Cheapest Available West Akron Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Akron area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes priced from $675. The Heritage at White Pond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable West Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes | 888 & 899 Rosamond | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Heritage at White Pond | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| Fairway Tower & Manor Apartments | T1 | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| The Highland Square | Furnished One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Akron, OH
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Akron area is the $0.96 price per square foot 276 Merriman Rd Model at 276 Merriman Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value West Akron apartment is the 1076 Jefferson Ave Model at 1076 Jefferson Ave, Unit 6 starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Akron apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 276 Merriman Rd, Unit 2 | 276 Merriman Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 1076 Jefferson Ave, Unit 6 | 1076 Jefferson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Fairway Tower & Manor Apartments | T1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Highland Square | Furnished One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 896 Delia Ave, Unit 3 | 896 Delia Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes | Rosamond Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Heritage at White Pond | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Akron Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Akron?
The cheapest apartment in West Akron is Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in West Akron costs $2,958.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Akron?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in West Akron that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Akron?
Cheap apartments in West Akron have an average cost of $192 which is $2,766 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Akron.
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