Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $400 (18 Rentals)
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1127 2nd Ave

1250 Delos St

1746 Ford Ave

The Towers/Fir Hill

1076 Ackley St

799 Georgia Ave
Akron's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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401 Lofts

958 Hunt St

1250 Delos St

710 McKinley Ave

598 Talbot Ave
East Akron
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Akron by our Local Expert Catrina Cowart. See how it ranks!
Akron's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Akron and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Catrina Cowart
East Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Akron?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Akron Studio Apartments | $1,096 | $895 | $1,360 |
East Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $200 | $3,088 |
East Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $200 | $3,724 |
East Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $200 | $4,888 |
East Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $200 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available East Akron Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Akron area of Akron, OH is a 4 Beds unit found at Wilbeth Arlington Homes priced from $200. The Ericsson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $200. Here are the most affordable East Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wilbeth Arlington Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
The Ericsson | 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
Hobart Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Park Lane Manor Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Akron, OH
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Akron area is the $1.67 price per square foot Unit BB Model at The East End Residences in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value East Akron apartment is the 656 Hammel St Model at 656 Hammel St, Unit UP starting at $1,200 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Akron apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The East End Residences | Unit BB | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
656 Hammel St, Unit UP | 656 Hammel St | 4BR,1BA | $1.24 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Wilbeth Arlington Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
Park Lane Manor Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
The Ericsson | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
The East End Lofts | Spacious Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
Ellet Park Gardens | Marigold | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Hobart Apartments | One Bedroom / One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
The Depot | Waycar BEDROOM ONLY | 3BR,3BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Akron, Akron, OH
Ranked #21
Among neighborhoods in Akron, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Akron Neighborhood in Akron, OH
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 East Akron Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Akron?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Akron is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Akron?
The cheapest apartment in East Akron is Wilbeth Arlington Homes which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in East Akron costs $1,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Akron?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 30 regular apartments in East Akron that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Akron?
Cheap apartments in East Akron have an average cost of $451 which is $1,148 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Akron.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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