
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (35 Rentals)
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294 Madison Ave

84 Rhodes Ave

199 Beck Ave, Unit 3

54 S Portage Path

399 Madison Ave

1365 East Ave

The Highland Square
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15 S Highland Ave

550 Bishop St

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117 Westmoreland Terrace

368 Wildwood Ave

24 Grand Ave

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24 Marshall Ave

622 Payne Ave

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53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2

855 Work Dr

753 W Market St

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294 Madison Ave

555 Bishop St

The Heritage at White Pond

96 N Portage Path
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1234 Winton Ave

Highland Tower

The Colony
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Akron?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $750 | $1,215 |
| West Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,054 | $850 | $1,500 |
| West Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,460 | $3,731 |
| West Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $1,000 | $5,659 |
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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 294 Madison Ave priced from $800. The Highland Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable West Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 294 Madison Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Highland Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Tower 80 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Fairway Tower & Manor Apartments | T1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Akron, OH
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Akron area is the $0.83 price per square foot 53 S Highland Ave Model at 53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lane-Wooster neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value West Akron apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Tower 80 starting at $975 with a $1.08 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 S Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 53 S Highland Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Tower 80 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Fairway Tower & Manor Apartments | T1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 294 Madison Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Highland Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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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 $800 at 294 Madison Ave.
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 $1,200 at Tower 80.
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 $1,460.
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