
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kent Neighborhood of Kent, OH from $600 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Kent area of Kent.


Jordan Court Apartments

760 W Main St, Unit 205

Kentway Independent Senior Living 55+

Maple Brook at Golden Pond West
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214 Sherman St

The University Inn

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Avant 220

701 E Main
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Downtown Kent, Kent, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Kent?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Kent Studio Apartments | $1,290 | $1,275 | $1,305 |
| Downtown Kent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $855 | $1,819 |
| Downtown Kent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $899 | $1,450 |
| Downtown Kent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,187 | $899 | $1,700 |
| Downtown Kent 4 Bedroom Apartments | $702 | $689 | $799 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Kent Neighborhood of Kent, OH.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Kent Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kent area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Jordan Court Apartments priced from $855. Eagles Landing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kent apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Eagles Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom -1Bath Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Gold Zone Ridge | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 345 Flats | Professional Suite | 1BR,2BA | $1,770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kent, OH
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kent area is the $0.73 price per square foot 3B Model at Paloma Kent in the in the Downtown Kent neighborhood starting from $889. The second greatest value Downtown Kent apartment is the Professional Suite Model at 345 Flats starting at $1,770 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Kent neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kent apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paloma Kent | 3B | 3BR,3BA | $0.73 |
| 345 Flats | Professional Suite | 1BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Eagles Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath Remodel | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Jordan Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Gold Zone Ridge | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Kent Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Kent?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Kent is Jordan Court Apartments which is listed at $855, while the average apartment in Downtown Kent costs $1,275.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Kent?
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 26 regular apartments in Downtown Kent that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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