Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $300 (55 Rentals)

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property at 485 Allyn St

$500 - $2,100

5 To 6 Bedroom Rentals

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485 Allyn St

AkronOH44304

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property at 309 Power St

$500 - $2,100

1 To 5 Bedroom Rentals

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309 Power St

AkronOH44311
property at 590 Sherman St

$630 - $1,095

Studio To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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590 Sherman St

AkronOH44311

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property at 972 Hunt St

$750 - $1,000

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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972 Hunt St

AkronOH44306

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31 Firestone Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

31 Firestone Blvd

31 Firestone BlvdAkron, OH 44301
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Wilmich Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wilmich Manor

2010-2040 Wilmich DrAkron, OH 44319
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Middlebury Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Middlebury Commons

953 E Market StAkron, OH 44305
Senior Living
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Neville Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Neville Apartments

1015-1077 Neville AveAkron, OH 44306
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Carroll Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carroll Street Apartments

525 Carroll StAkron, OH 44304
Student Housing
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East Buchtel Place
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

East Buchtel Place

591 E Buchtel AveAkron, OH 44304
Student Housing
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South Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Akron Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South 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 South Akron apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wilbeth Arlington Homes4 Bedroom4BR,1BA$200
The Ericsson4 Bedroom Townhome4BR,1BA$200
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$620
King Apartments LTDOne Bedroom Updated1BR,1BA$650
East Buchtel Place1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Akron area is the $0.28 price per square foot 5 Bedroom - Per Person Model at Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $455. The second greatest value South Akron apartment is the 4 bed / 2 bath Model at University Commons Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Akron apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing5 Bedroom - Per Person5BR,5BA$0.28
University Commons Apartments4 bed / 2 bath4BR,2BA$0.89
26 S Adams St, Unit # 126 S Adams St2BR,1BA$0.38
1425 Marcy St, Unit Up1425 Marcy St3BR,1BA$0.78
Wilbeth Arlington Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.27
590 Sumner St590 Sumner St1BR,1BA$1.07
The Ericsson2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$0.28
352 Reed Ave, Unit #4352 Reed Ave1BR,1BA$1.07
King Apartments LTDOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
721 Sumner St, Unit 1721 Sumner St1BR,1BA$1.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Akron, Akron, OH

Ranked #23

Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Akron, Ohio. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Akron Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Akron?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Akron is under $750.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Akron?

The cheapest apartment in South Akron is Wilbeth Arlington Homes which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in South Akron costs $1,775.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 28 regular apartments in South 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 South Akron?

Cheap apartments in South Akron have an average cost of $443 which is $1,332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Akron.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Akron, OH

Written by: Catrina Cowart

I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Akron, and I'm here to talk to you about this city that is a bustling part of Northeastern Ohio.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.