
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crain Neighborhood of Kent, OH from $400 (13 Rentals)
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Crain, Kent, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crain?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Crain Studio Apartments | $715 | $520 | $860 |
Crain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $700 | $1,798 |
Crain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $900 | $2,150 |
Crain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,603 | $1,250 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Crain Neighborhood of Kent, OH.
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Cheapest Available Crain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crain area of Akron, OH is a Studio unit found at College Towers priced from $520. The Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Crain apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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College Towers | Efficiency Standard | Studio,1BA | $520 |
The Valley | Portage | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Kent Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Dartmouth Place | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $860 |
Holly Park | 2 BED 1.5 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crain, OH
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crain area is the $1.71 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BATH Model at Holly Park in the in the Downtown Kent neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Crain apartment is the Cobblestone Model at Pebblebrook starting at $1,304 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Crain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crain apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Holly Park | 3 BED 2 BATH | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Pebblebrook | Cobblestone | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
University Oaks | B1P Floor Plan (Renovated) - Limited Spots Left | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
The Valley | Portage | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
345 Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
Kent Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
College Towers | Efficiency Upgrade | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
Dartmouth Place | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crain Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Crain?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Crain is at College Towers listed at $520.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crain Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crain Apartment is $700 at The Valley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crain Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crain is starting from $950 at The Valley.
What is the most affordable Crain Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Crain Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Valley and starts from $1,250.
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