The East End Lofts
1140 E Market St,
Akron, OH 44305
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,250 - $2,100
Rental Market Trends in Akron, OH
What is the average rent in Akron, OH?
$842/month
Average Rent
643 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+2.1%
Increase in the Last Year
As of February 2025, the average rent in Akron, OH is $842 per month. This is 46% lower than the national average rent of $1,555/month, making renting in Akron more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Akron, you can expect to pay about $734 per month for a studio, $842 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,090 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,287 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Akron, OH?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $18 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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2025
Rent Ranges in Akron, OH
Last Updated February 2025
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
46%
Below $700/month
25%
$700 - $1,000/month
20%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
7%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
1%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Akron?
Based on current rent prices, North Hill, Firestone Park and Goodyear Heights are the most affordable neighborhoods in Akron.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Akron?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Akron, Copley/Fairlawn and Fairlawn Heights are the most expensive neighborhoods in Akron.
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Which Akron neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Akron with the most apartments available are Downtown Akron, East End and Middlebury .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Akron, OH?
Because the average rent in Akron is $842, you’ll want to make about $2,806 per month or $33,672 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Akron, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Akron, OH to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$416/month
$892/month
One Bedroom
$480/month
$1,084/month
Two Bedroom
$638/month
$1,152/month
Three Bedroom
$943/month
$1,210/month
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Methodology
† 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.