
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriman Valley Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $500 (30 Rentals)
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1804 Cromwell Dr

751 Thayer St

Dominion Townhomes & Apartments

Timber Top Apartments & Townhomes

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The Woods of Fairlawn
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1726 Tanglewood Dr, Unit 1726

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810 Thayer St

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463 Treeside Dr

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2114 Highbridge Rd, Unit 2
Merriman Valley, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merriman Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Merriman Valley Studio Apartments | $655 | $615 | $695 |
Merriman Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $700 | $1,499 |
Merriman Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $855 | $4,603 |
Merriman Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $900 | $5,099 |
Merriman Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,531 | $1,529 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Merriman Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriman Valley area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments priced from $750. Timber Top Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $780. Here are the most affordable Merriman Valley apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dominion Townhomes & Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Timber Top Apartments & Townhomes | 1x1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Cypress West Akron Apartments | W. Market St. Garden 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
The Woods of Fairlawn | 1BD Ash Standard | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
River View Apartments | 2 Bedroom- Loft | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Cascade Falls | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $960 |
Cedarwood Village Apartments | The Deer Run | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriman Valley, OH
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merriman Valley area is the $0.76 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Cascade Falls in the in the North Hill neighborhood starting from $960. The second greatest value Merriman Valley apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Twin Oaks Crossing starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Highland Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriman Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cascade Falls | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
Twin Oaks Crossing | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Cedarwood Village Apartments | The Deer Run | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
River View Apartments | 2 Bedroom- Don Drumm Loft | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
1726 Tanglewood Dr, Unit 1726 | 1726 Tanglewood Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Pheasant Run Apartments | 1 BD Rebuilt (Major Upgrade) | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Hampton Knoll | The Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Dominion Townhomes & Apartments | 2 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
Cypress West Akron Apartments | W. Market St 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
170 N. Rose Blvd, Unit Apt. #3 | 170 N. Rose Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Getting Around the Merriman Valley Neighborhood in Akron, OH
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
12 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Merriman Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merriman Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merriman Valley Apartment is $750 at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merriman Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merriman Valley is starting from $850 at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments.
What is the most affordable Merriman Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merriman Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dominion Townhomes & Apartments and starts from $1,200.
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