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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Akron, OH from $400 (28 Rentals)
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779 E Exchange St
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95 Jewett St
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51 Cotter Ave
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1127 2nd Ave
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Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments
401 Power StAkron, OH 44311
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42 S Adams St
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633 Brown St
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The Towers/Fir Hill
55 Fir Hill DrAkron, OH 44304
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401 Lofts
401 S Main StAkron, OH 44311
540 E Buchtel Ave
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469 Spicer Street
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783-785 E Exchange St
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26 S Adams St
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411 Alexander St
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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 | $1,016 | $590 | $1,360 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $550 | $3,013 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $560 | $3,993 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $599 | $4,888 |
| University Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,019 | $489 | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $895 |
| University Commons | 2 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $900 |
| Spicer Village Townhomes and Apartments | Huron | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| The East End Lofts | Spacious Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, OH
As of April 08, 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 2 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 S Summit St, Unit Lofts on Summit Street | 46 S Summit St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| University Commons | 2 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 | $0.91 |
| 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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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 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 26 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 $871 which is $1,404 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Area.
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