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Akron, OH 44308
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Akron
Akron, OH
Area Guide
Peaceful Ohio living in a city steeped in innovation and charm
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College Town
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Diverse
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Restaurants
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Shopping
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Hiking
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Great Schools
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Since the end of the 20th century, Akron has largely reinvented itself and retained its status as one of the prime cities of the Midwest. Known for years as the “Rubber Capital of the World,” Akron was once a center for technological innovation. Today, this cultural center offers all the urban conveniences of a big city like Cleveland, but in a more intimate setting.
The nearly 20,000 students at the University of Akron heavily influence the city’s culture. Between the Zips sporting events and arts community on campus, there’s a vibrant feel to the city center, not to mention the bars and restaurants that cater to such a crowd. Grades K-12 have plenty of highly-rated schooling options as well. The Plaza at Chapel Hill houses a variety of stores and shops that will delight any shopper, and the Akron Zoo is a must-see for visitors and residents alike.
An apartment in Akron grants you direct access to the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley National Park, which borders the north end of the city — head out on foot with your backpack and tent, or hop on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad for a sightseeing tour of the park. I-76, I-77, and I-271 make Cleveland just a short drive away, and Lake Erie is just beyond that.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Akron, OH is $742 for a studio, $852 for one bedroom, $1,099 for two bedrooms, and $1,304 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Akron has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$852/month
644 Sq Ft
House
$1,300/month
897 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,129/month
790 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Akron, OH is 9.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Akron is 35.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $742 - $1,304. You can expect to pay 11.5% more for groceries, 18.1% less for utilities, and 11.5% more for transportation.
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Transportation
50
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
25
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
44
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-4
462 Students
8
Public
Grades 3-5
623 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-4
461 Students
6
Public
Grades 5-8
399 Students
6
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts
Public
Grades 4-8
344 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
652 Students
7
Public
Grades 5-8
399 Students
6
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts
Public
Grades 4-8
344 Students
6
Public
Grades 5-8
479 Students
5
Public
Grades 7-12
828 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
417 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,162 Students
4
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
916 Students
4
Public
Grades 7-12
828 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
557 Students
4
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Akron Zoo
- Cascade Valley Metro Park - South
- Gorge Metro Park
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
- Goodyear Heights Metro Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Akron-Canton Regional
- Cleveland-Hopkins International
Top Apartments in Akron
Houses for Rent in Akron
Property Management Companies in Akron, OH
5 West Group
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AIY Properties
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Monarch Investment and Management Group
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140
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A.R. Building Company
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Integrity Realty Group
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Redwood Living
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.