Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH from $400(24 Rentals)

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633 Brown St
$8752 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

633 Brown St

Akron, OH 44311
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Middlebury Commons
from $6001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Middlebury Commons

953 E Market StAkron, OH 44305
Senior Living
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241 Perkins St
from $6251 Bedroom Apartments

241 Perkins St

241 Perkins StAkron, OH 44304
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East Buchtel Place
from $7501 Bedroom Apartments

East Buchtel Place

591 E Buchtel AveAkron, OH 44304
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University Commons
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from $9004 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons

600 Sherman StAkron, OH 44311
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University Area, Akron, OH Local Guide

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 $534. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Akron, OH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$500
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$534
401 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$799
The Towers/Fir HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
The 797 Building1 Bedroom Luxury Suite1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.90 price per square foot 9 Model at The Goodrich in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,165. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at The Towers/Fir Hill starting at $1,050 with a $1.13 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Goodrich92BR,2BA$1.90
The Towers/Fir HillTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Canal Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/granite1BR,1BA$1.44
573 Allyn St, Unit #2573 Allyn St2BR,1BA$0.95
653 Sherman St, Unit UP653 Sherman St2BR,1BA$1.19
The East End LoftsSpacious StudioStudio ,1BA$1.82
The 797 Building1 Bedroom Luxury Balcony Suite1BR,1BA$1.77
College Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.07
Summit at GlendaleOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
University Edge4x24BR,2BA$1.49

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University Area, Akron, OH

Ranked #9

Among neighborhoods in Akron, OH for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Ohio including University Area, Akron, and the greater Akron area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $534.

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 $1,050 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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