Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Akron Neighborhood of Akron, OH from $400 (56 Rentals)

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569 Allyn St

AkronOH44311

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42 S Adams St

AkronOH44304
property at 633 Brown St

633 Brown St

AkronOH44311

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1052 Yale St

AkronOH44301

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31 Firestone Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

31 Firestone Blvd

31 Firestone BlvdAkron, OH 44301
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Wilmich Manor
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Wilmich Manor

2010-2040 Wilmich DrAkron, OH 44319
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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$590
King Apartments LTDOne Bedroom Updated1BR,1BA$610
East Buchtel Place1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$750
Park Lane Manor Apartments2x12BR,1BA$775
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Akron, OH

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Akron area is the $1.18 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at University Commons in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,500. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Commons4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.18
Spicer Village Townhomes and ApartmentsHuron2BR,2BA$1.07
1425 Marcy St, Unit Up1425 Marcy St3BR,1BA$0.88
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Wilbeth Arlington Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.27
590 Sumner St590 Sumner St1BR,1BA$1.07
Park Lane Manor Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.03
The Ericsson2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$0.28
King Apartments LTDOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Akron, Akron, OH

Ranked #29

Among neighborhoods in Akron, OH 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!

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 $2,225.

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 26 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 $1,038 which is $1,187 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Akron.

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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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.