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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
Ridge View Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$799
Mountain View Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$819

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Akron, AL and Nearby

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Akron area is the $0.73 price per square foot 5x5 Townhome Model at Magnolia, A Prosper Community in the in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Akron apartment is the Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos starting at $825 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Northport North of River 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.
Magnolia, A Prosper Community5x5 Townhome5BR,5BA$0.73
Metalworks CondosMetalworks Condo3BR,4BA$0.46
The Grove MoundvilleCali4BR,2BA$1.02
City Heights at Skyland (C.H.A.M.)Tradition2BR,2BA$0.78
Aspen Village Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Aspen Village Mount...2BR,1.5BA$0.99
Hallmark at Garden ParkwayTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
Copper Creek2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Sun Valley Apartments2 BR 2 BA2BR,2BA$0.98
2800 McFarland2x22BR,2BA$0.90
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 Mountain View 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 $1,139.

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