
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Barberton Neighborhood of Barberton, OH from $700 (23 Rentals)
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82 1st St SE

Premier Garden Apartments

Barberview Apartments

Heritage Place

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212 1st St NW, Unit first lower, Unit first lower

CedarBrook Apartments
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991 Wooster Rd N

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158 16th St NW

149-151 2nd St SW

667 W Park Ave

647 Wooster Rd W

543 Otterbein Ave

Barber Knolls Community
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Barberton 34 Apartments

667 W Park Ave

Kenmore Place

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2290 27th St SW, Unit 2, Unit 2

Acres Crossing Apartments

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1196 Knox Ave, Unit A, Unit A

1196 Knox Ave, Unit A
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Columbia Woods Apartments

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2233 18th St SW, Unit B, Unit B
Downtown Barberton, Barberton, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Barberton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Barberton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $735 | $2,200 |
| Downtown Barberton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $795 | $1,469 |
| Downtown Barberton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $1,100 | $1,170 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Barberton Neighborhood of Barberton, OH.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Barberton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Barberton area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenmore Place priced from $735. Premier Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Downtown Barberton apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Premier Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden - Fully Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Barberview Apartments | Barberview: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 612 sqft | SEMI imp... | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Heritage Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Columbia Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Barberton, OH
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Barberton area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1424 Wooster Rd. Model at 1424 Wooster Rd. in the in the West Barberton neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Barberton apartment is the 212 1st St NW Model at 212 1st St NW, Unit first lower starting at $950 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the West Barberton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Barberton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1424 Wooster Rd. | 1424 Wooster Rd. | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 212 1st St NW, Unit first lower | 212 1st St NW | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 158 16th St NW | 158 16th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 2233 18th St SW, Unit B | 2233 18th St SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Premier Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden - Fully Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Columbia Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Kenmore Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Heritage Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Barberview Apartments | Barberview: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 612 sqft | SEMI imp... | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 2290 27th St SW, Unit 2 | 2290 27th St SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Barberton, Barberton, OH
Barberton Elementary School East
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Barberton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Barberton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Barberton is Kenmore Place which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Downtown Barberton costs $1,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Barberton?
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Barberton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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