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641 S Water St

1831 Aries Ct

500 S Depeyster St

1513 Whitehall Blvd
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1527 Whitehall Blvd

1552 Jacobs Ln

463 Brentwood Dr

1578 Pilgrim St

1604 E Main St
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422 Fleeter Ct, Unit 422

4366 Elmhurst Dr

2358 Echo Valley Dr

2398 Echo Valley Dr

285 Bowmanville St
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435 N Water St

950 S Lincoln St, Unit 950
Kent, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kent?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,311 | $1,045 | $2,400 |
| Kent 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,663 | $625 | $2,700 |
| Kent 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,204 | $495 | $3,045 |
| Kent 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,549 | $599 | $3,450 |
| Kent 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $550 | $550 | $550 |
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Cheapest Available Kent Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kent, OH is a Studio unit found at Pinewood Apartments in the Middlebury neighborhood priced from $689. Celeron Suites in the Crain neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kent apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $689 |
| Celeron Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Villages at Franklin Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Evergreen Park of Stow | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Kent Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, OH
As of March 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $0.43 price per square foot 5 Bedroom - Per Person Rate (4 Total) Model at East Townhomes at Whitehall Blvd in the in the Brady Lake neighborhood starting from $639. The second greatest value Kent apartment is the Magnolia Model at Copper Creek Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.36 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Kent apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Townhomes at Whitehall Blvd | 5 Bedroom - Per Person Rate (4 Total) | 5BR,3BA | $0.43 |
| Copper Creek Apartments | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Stow Reserve Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Robinwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom UPGRADED | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Spaulding Loch | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Campus Pointe Kent | 2x2U | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Gold Zone Horizon | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 3927 Kent Rd | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Gold Zone Valley | Davey | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Villages at Franklin Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kent
What type of rentals are currently available in Kent?
There are currently 114 Apartments for Rent in Kent, OH with pricing that ranges from $495 to $2,755. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kent ranging from $495 to $3,450.
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 $495 to $3,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,534.
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 $689 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $625 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $694.
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