Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $400 (53 Rentals)
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King Apartments LTD

797 Boulevard St

1127 2nd Ave

51 Cotter Ave

95 Jewett St
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779 E Exchange St

859 Brown St

17 Agate Pl

Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments

866 Beardsley St

633 Brown St

473 Beulah Ave

The Towers/Fir Hill

677 Vernon Odom Blvd
South Akron
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712 Roselawn Ave

26 S Adams St

1076 Ackley St

799 Georgia Ave

372 Campbell St

1038 Clay St

401 Lofts

469 Spicer Street

540 E Buchtel Ave

467 Spicer Street

42 S Adams St

783-785 E Exchange St

411 Alexander St

731 Garth Ave

503 Sumner St
South Akron, Akron, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Akron?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Akron Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $590 | $1,360 |
South Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $200 | $3,088 |
South Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $200 | $3,724 |
South Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $200 | $4,888 |
South Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $200 | $2,100 |
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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 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 |
College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $590 |
King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
381- Coventry Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
East Buchtel Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Park Lane Manor Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Akron area is the $0.71 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at University Commons in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value South Akron apartment is the Huron Model at Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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University Commons | 2 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.71 |
Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
1425 Marcy St, Unit Up | 1425 Marcy St | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
653 Sherman St, Unit UP | 653 Sherman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
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 |
King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Akron, Akron, OH
Ranked #29
Among neighborhoods in Akron, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South Akron Neighborhood in Akron, OH
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 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 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 $850.
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 $2,275.
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 37 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 $756 which is $1,519 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
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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