Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (33 Rentals)

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753 W Market St
Studio to 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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294 Madison Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

294 Madison Ave

294 Madison AveAkron, OH 44320
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555 Bishop St
2 Bedroom Apartments

555 Bishop St

555 Bishop StAkron, OH 44307
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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 $695. Parkview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable West Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes888 & 899 Rosamond - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Parkview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$935
Tower 80One Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
1084 Jefferson Ave2 Beds2BR,1BA$1,025
Fairway Tower & Manor ApartmentsT11BR,1BA$1,040
276 Merriman Rd2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,150
Helene Apartments2nd Floor - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Akron, OH

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Akron area is the $0.67 price per square foot 1171 La Croix Ave Model at 1171 La Croix Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value West Akron apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 276 Merriman Rd starting at $1,150 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1171 La Croix Ave, Unit 21171 La Croix Ave2BR,1BA$0.67
276 Merriman Rd2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.92
53 S Highland Ave, Unit 253 S Highland Ave2BR,2BA$0.92
1084 Jefferson Ave2 Beds2BR,1BA$0.98
Tower 80One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
Fairway Tower & Manor ApartmentsT11BR,1BA$1.16
Helene Apartments2nd Floor - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.59
Parkview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
Kenmore Apartments and Townhomes888 & 899 Rosamond - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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West Akron, Akron, OH

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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.

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 $695, while the average apartment in West Akron costs $4,932.

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 2 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 $111 which is $4,821 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Akron.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Akron, OH

Written by: Catrina Cowart

I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Akron, and I'm here to talk to you about this city that is a bustling part of Northeastern Ohio.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.