Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (17 Rentals)

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753 W Market St
1 Bedroom Apartments

753 W Market St

753 W Market StAkron, OH 44303
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Rosamond Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosamond Apartments

888 Rosamond AveAkron, OH 44307
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Hampshire House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampshire House

75 N Portage PathAkron, OH 44303
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Tower 80
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tower 80

80 N Portage PathAkron, OH 44303
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West Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

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. 294 Madison Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable West Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes888 & 899 Rosamond1BR,1BA$675
294 Madison Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Parkview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$895
The Heritage at White Pond1BD Standard1BR,1BA$955
Fairway Tower & Manor ApartmentsT11BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Akron, OH

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Akron area is the $0.88 price per square foot 226 Rhodes Ave Model at 226 Rhodes Ave, Unit Two Bedroom in the in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value West Akron apartment is the 1618 Maxen Dr Model at 1618 Maxen Dr, Unit 1618 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
226 Rhodes Ave, Unit Two Bedroom226 Rhodes Ave2BR,1BA$0.88
1618 Maxen Dr, Unit 16181618 Maxen Dr2BR,1BA$1.05
Fairway Tower & Manor ApartmentsT11BR,1BA$1.10
Parkview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
294 Madison Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.98
The Heritage at White Pond1BD Rebuilt (Major Upgrade)1BR,1BA$1.75
Kenmore Apartments and TownhomesRosamond Townhouse1BR,1BA$1.71
796 W Market St, Unit #B796 W Market St1BR,1BA$1.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Akron, Akron, OH

Ranked #13

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Akron. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the West Akron Neighborhood in Akron, OH

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Akron Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Akron Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Akron Apartment is $675 at Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Akron Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Akron is starting from $895 at Parkview Apartments.

What is the most affordable West Akron Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Akron Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairway Tower & Manor Apartments and starts from $1,390.

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