Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $400 (33 Rentals)

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241 Perkins St
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241 Perkins St

241 Perkins StAkron, OH 44304
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591 E Buchtel AveAkron, OH 44304
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Downtown Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Akron Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Akron area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit at Glendale priced from $500. College Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $590. Here are the most affordable Downtown Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$500
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$590
East Buchtel Place1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$750
Park Lane Manor Apartments2x12BR,1BA$775
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Cedar Knoll Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Upgraded2BR,1BA$885
401 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Standard On Main ApartmentsA4.21BR,1BA$1,190
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsHuron2BR,2BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Akron, OH

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Akron area is the $1.17 price per square foot 46 S Summit St Model at 46 S Summit St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Downtown Akron apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at University Commons starting at $1,500 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Akron apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
46 S Summit St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street46 S Summit St2BR,1BA$1.17
University Commons4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.18
39 E Market St, Unit The Everett39 E Market St1BR,1BA$1.17
54 E Mill St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street54 E Mill St1BR,1BA$1.08
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsHuron2BR,2BA$1.07
656 Hammel St, Unit UP656 Hammel St4BR,1BA$1.24
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Park Lane Manor Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.03
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.18
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Akron, Akron, OH

Ranked #27

Among neighborhoods in Akron, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Akron, Ohio. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Akron Neighborhood in Akron, OH

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Akron Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Akron?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Akron is at College Street Apartments listed at $590.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Akron Apartment is $500 at Summit at Glendale.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Akron is starting from $775 at Park Lane Manor Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Akron Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Akron Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Lane Manor Apartments and starts from $975.

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