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College Towers
1800-1840 Rhodes RdKent, OH 44240
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1002 Lake StKent, OH 44240
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6800 Alpha DrKent, OH 44240
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Crain, Kent, OH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crain Studio Apartments | $644 | $520 | $820 |
| Crain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,063 | $750 | $1,958 |
| Crain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $900 | $2,146 |
| Crain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,590 | $2,183 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Crain Neighborhood of Kent, OH.
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Cheapest Available Crain Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crain area of Akron, OH is a Studio unit found at College Towers priced from $520. Kent Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Crain apartments for rent in Akron, OH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Towers | Efficiency Standard | Studio,1BA | $520 |
| Kent Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Ryan Place | Colonial 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Dartmouth Place | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Valley | Portage | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crain, OH
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crain area is the $1.71 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BATH Model at Holly Park in the in the Downtown Kent neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Crain apartment is the Cobblestone Model at Pebblebrook Apartments starting at $1,362 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Crain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Park | 3 BED 2 BATH | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Pebblebrook Apartments | Cobblestone | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| University Oaks | B1P Floor Plan (Renovated) - Limited Spots Left | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Ryan Place | Colonial 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Valley | Portage | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Dartmouth Place | One Bedroom One Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Ridge | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 345 Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
| Kent Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
| College Towers | Efficiency Upgrade | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crain Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crain?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crain is under $1,308.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crain?
The cheapest apartment in Crain is College Towers which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Crain costs $1,899.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crain?
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 10 regular apartments in Crain 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 Crain?
Cheap apartments in Crain have an average cost of $663 which is $1,236 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crain.
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