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

685 Carroll St, Unit 685

30 S Adams St, Unit 2

42 S Adams St, Unit 1

34 S Adams St, Unit 2

17 Agate Pl, Unit 1

26 S Adams St, Unit # 1

485 Allyn St

281 Bellewood Ave
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309 Power St

250 Cross St

636 Allyn St

College Street Apartments

590 Sherman St

King Apartments LTD

417 Sherman St

508 Hammel St

668 Sumner St

36 Lake St
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2196 6th St SW

859 Brown St

721 Sumner St, Unit 1

352 Reed Ave, Unit #4

972 Hunt St

1425 Marcy St, Unit Up

794 Anderson Ave

590 Sumner St

849 E Wilbeth Rd

470 Allyn St
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833 Brown St

686 Sumner St

1136 Delos St

682 Sumner St

Cedar Knoll Apartments

The Towers/Fir Hill

619 Johnston St

2561 Edwin Ave

2559 Edwin Ave

2557 Edwin Ave
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31 Firestone Blvd

Vine Street Apartments

Wilmich Manor

Channelwood Village - Gardens / Townhouses

Middlebury Commons

Cross Street Apartments

Neville Apartments

Park Lane Manor Apartments

Carroll Street Apartments

East Buchtel Place
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Akron Studio Apartments | $927 | $375 | $1,275 |
| South Akron 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $200 | $1,950 |
| South Akron 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $200 | $2,803 |
| South Akron 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $200 | $2,985 |
| South Akron 4 Bedroom Apartments | $922 | $200 | $3,382 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbeth Arlington Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
| The Ericsson | 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,1BA | $200 |
| College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| East Buchtel Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron U Townhomes - Student Housing | 5 Bedroom - Per Person | 5BR,5BA | $0.28 |
| University Commons Apartments | 4 bed / 2 bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 26 S Adams St, Unit # 1 | 26 S Adams St | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 1425 Marcy St, Unit Up | 1425 Marcy St | 3BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Wilbeth Arlington Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 590 Sumner St | 590 Sumner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Ericsson | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 352 Reed Ave, Unit #4 | 352 Reed Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| King Apartments LTD | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 721 Sumner St, Unit 1 | 721 Sumner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Akron, Akron, OH
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Among cities in Ohio for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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.
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