159 Main
159 S Main St,
Akron, OH 44308
$1,300 - $3,000 | 1-2 Beds
University of Akron
Akron, OH
University of Akron - Akron, OH
Area Guide
Where research zips to the top
Downtown
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Urban
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Walkable
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Akron
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Zips
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Research
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STEM
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In the center of Downtown Akron along the intersection of Broadway and East Market Street, the University of Akron is a STEM-focused university with more than 300 programs. UA is a public university established in 1870. Due to the city's history as a hub for rubber manufacturing with companies like Goodyear, Goodrich, and Firestone starting out in Akron, the university developed one of the world's first College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering.
The Akron Zips play football at the InfoCision Stadium-Summa Field, which opened in 2009 to replace the Rubber Bowl (the original stadium built in 1939). The Zips participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Mid-American Conference. The mascot, Zippy the Kangaroo, is one of only two female college mascots in the country. The Zips are rivals with Kent State University's Golden Flashes, and every year they play for the Wagon Wheel, a blue and gold trophy.
Apartments near the University of Akron are plentiful -- anywhere in the downtown area will provide fast access to campus. If you want to be within walking distance of the stadium, look near the intersection of Exchange Street and Spicer Street. If you prefer the arts and want to be close to the Edwin J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, look along Broadway near the intersection with University Avenue.
Rent Trends
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Akron, OH is $743 for a studio, $854 for one bedroom, $1,101 for two bedrooms, and $1,305 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Akron has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
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Studio
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451 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$743/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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644 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$854/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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933 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,101/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,287 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,305/month
Average Rent
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
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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
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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
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Public
Grades 7-12
828 Students
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Public
Grades 9-12
557 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Akron Zoo
- Cascade Valley Metro Park - South
- Gorge Metro Park
- Goodyear Heights Metro Park
- Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Akron-Canton Regional
- Cleveland-Hopkins International
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