Cheap Homes for Rent in Kent, OH from $549 (15 Rentals)

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$599

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1831 Aries Ct

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property at 1517 Whitehall Blvd
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Best Value Homes for Rent in Kent, OH

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Kent area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3083 Orchard Rd Model at 3083 Orchard Rd in the Stow neighborhood starting from $2,825. The second greatest value Kent rental home is the 1503 Franklin Ave Model at 1503 Franklin Ave in the Kent neighborhood starting at $1,500 with a $0.83 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kent homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3083 Orchard Rd3083 Orchard Rd4BR, 2.5BA$1.40
1503 Franklin Ave1503 Franklin Ave3BR, 1BA$0.83
1539 Whitehall Blvd1539 Whitehall Blvd5BR, 3BA$1.88
1517 Whitehall Blvd1517 Whitehall Blvd1BR, 1BA$0.43
1565 Whitehall Blvd1565 Whitehall Blvd5BR, 3BA$1.88
1563 Whitehall Blvd1563 Whitehall Blvd5BR, 3BA$2.02
1541 Whitehall Blvd1541 Whitehall Blvd5BR, 3BA$0.37
1831 Aries Ct1831 Aries Ct5BR, 2.5BA$0.42
527 Carthage Ave527 Carthage Ave2BR, 1BA$1.00
339 Harris St339 Harris St4BR, 1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kent

What type of rentals are currently available in Kent?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Kent, OH with pricing that ranges from $520 to $3,985. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kent ranging from $549 to $3,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kent?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kent ranges from $549 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,627.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kent?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kent range from $679 to $3,985, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $689.

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