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Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH from $550 (12 Rentals)
51 Cotter Ave
AkronOH44305
779 E Exchange St
AkronOH44306
866 Beardsley St
AkronOH44311
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The Towers/Fir Hill
55 Fir Hill DrAkron, OH 44304
1076 Ackley St
AkronOH44306
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University Area, Akron, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,033 | $590 | $1,360 |
University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,260 | $550 | $3,088 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $560 | $3,724 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $599 | $4,888 |
| University Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $489 | $2,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Area is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Area?
The cheapest apartment in University Area is Summit at Glendale which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in University Area costs $2,275.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Area?
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 30 regular apartments in University Area 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 University Area?
Cheap apartments in University Area have an average cost of $739 which is $1,536 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Area.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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