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Akron, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Akron Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Akron, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments in the West Tuscaloosa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Akron apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flex Studio Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$495
Forest Lake ApartmentsSmall One BR1BR,1BA$699
The Oakley1x11BR,1BA$700
Brookstone Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$765
Ridge View Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Akron, AL and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Akron area is the $0.46 price per square foot Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Akron apartment is the 4x4 Townhome Model at Magnolia, A Prosper Community starting at $1,500 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Akron apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Metalworks CondosMetalworks Condo3BR,4BA$0.46
Magnolia, A Prosper Community4x4 Townhome4BR,4BA$0.88
Hallmark at Garden ParkwayThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.94
City Heights at Skyland (C.H.A.M.)Tradition2BR,2BA$0.78
High Country Apartments3Bed - 2Bath3BR,2BA$0.97
Copper Creek2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Sun Valley Apartments2 BR 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.02
Winding CreekTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.07
Fountain Square Apartment Homes2 Bed 1Bath2BR,1BA$1.08
Valley Square Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$0.99

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Getting Around Akron, AL

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4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Akron Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Akron?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Akron is at Regal Pointe Apartment Homes listed at $819.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Akron Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Akron Apartment is $495 at Flex Studio Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Akron Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Akron is starting from $900 at Copper Creek.

What is the most affordable Akron Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Akron Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at High Country Apartments and starts from $1,080.

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