Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH from $500 (32 Rentals)
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859 Brown St

95 Jewett St

561 E Buchtel Ave

51 Cotter Ave

Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments

1127 2nd Ave

30 S Adams St

866 Beardsley St

633 Brown St

165 Oak Park Dr

The Towers/Fir Hill

1076 Ackley St

540 E Buchtel Ave

712 Roselawn Ave

University Commons

411 Alexander St

503 Sumner St

127 Dawes Ave

628 Sumner St

146 King Dr
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 |
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University Area Studio Apartments | $1,020 | $590 | $1,360 |
University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $550 | $1,850 |
University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $560 | $3,500 |
University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $599 | $2,862 |
University Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $520 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Akron, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit at Glendale priced from $500. College Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $590. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $590 |
East Buchtel Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
401 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $885 |
University Commons | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $900 |
The 797 Building | 1 Bedroom Luxury Balcony Suite | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Standard On Main Apartments | A5.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,006 |
Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.17 price per square foot 46 S Summit St Model at 46 S Summit St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at University Commons starting at $900 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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46 S Summit St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street | 46 S Summit St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
University Commons | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.71 |
54 E Mill St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street | 54 E Mill St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
39 E Market St, Unit The Everett | 39 E Market St | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
656 Hammel St, Unit UP | 656 Hammel St | 4BR,1BA | $1.24 |
653 Sherman St, Unit UP | 653 Sherman St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Towers/Fir Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
College Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
Summit at Glendale | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Area?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Area is at College Street Apartments listed at $590.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Area Apartment is $500 at Summit at Glendale.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Area is starting from $1,100 at The Towers/Fir Hill.
What is the most affordable University Area Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Towers/Fir Hill and starts from $1,100.
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