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Highlights
- Modern finishes
- Quiet community
- Well-maintained property
- Spacious and efficient studio layout
Location
268 E Emerling Ave, Akron, OH 44301, USA|South Akron
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About 268 E Emerling Ave
CLICK TO APPLY NOW Beautifully updated 2 bed, 1 bathroom townhouse style apartment for rent! Looking for a clean, comfortable, and affordable place to call home? This move-in ready apartment is perfect for individuals seeking convenience and value in a well-kept property. Features: Spacious and efficient studio layout, Modern finishes and plenty of natural light, Quiet, well-maintained community. Tenant is responsible for gas & electric. Tenant also pays a $79 monthly flat fee for water, sewer, and trash. Section 8 Approved! We're proud to work with housing assistance programs--Section 8 welcome. Ready for immediate occupancy! Don't miss this great opportunity. Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this cozy studio your new home! At VanBaker Properties, we’re committed to making your living experience simple, secure, and rewarding. Our Resident Benefits Package (RBP) bundles valuable services designed to save you time, reduce stress, and help you get more out of renting. For just $49.99 per month, residents enjoy convenient utility connection assistance, renter’s insurance coverage, credit-building on timely rent payments, exclusive rent reward opportunities, pest control protection, and more—all in one seamless program.* *Residents who provide their own renter’s insurance will receive a cost reduction equal to the insurance premium billed by Second Nature Insurance Services (NPN No. 20224621). Participation in the RBP is required for all residents except those receiving rental subsidies (e.g., Section 8 or similar programs). Subsidized residents are still required to maintain renter’s insurance in accordance with their lease. Please contact our office for complete program details. Please note that this property has been virtually staged. Furnishings and décor will not be provided. The furnishings and décor shown are for illustrative purposes only. The flooring material/style, layout, wall color, and other finishes may vary slightly in the apartment.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 268 E Emerling Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Akron |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 44301 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South Akron
2-bedroom apartments at 268 E Emerling Ave cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Akron.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
South Akron
Akron
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $900 |
| June 2024 | $900 |
| July 2024 | $909 |
| August 2024 | $914 |
| September 2024 | $958 |
| October 2024 | $906 |
| November 2024 | $934 |
| December 2024 | $938 |
| January 2025 | $925 |
| February 2025 | $948 |
| March 2025 | $950 |
| April 2025 | $975 |
| May 2025 | $960 |
| June 2025 | $965 |
| July 2025 | $947 |
| August 2025 | $935 |
| September 2025 | $923 |
| October 2025 | $924 |
| November 2025 | $919 |
| December 2025 | $928 |
| January 2026 | $922 |
| February 2026 | $937 |
| March 2026 | $946 |
| April 2026 | $921 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $921 |
| June 2024 | $950 |
| July 2024 | $956 |
| August 2024 | $999 |
| September 2024 | $985 |
| October 2024 | $908 |
| November 2024 | $922 |
| December 2024 | $950 |
| January 2025 | $950 |
| February 2025 | $940 |
| March 2025 | $939 |
| April 2025 | $980 |
| May 2025 | $1,027 |
| June 2025 | $989 |
| July 2025 | $938 |
| August 2025 | $892 |
| September 2025 | $889 |
| October 2025 | $897 |
| November 2025 | $882 |
| December 2025 | $875 |
| January 2026 | $921 |
| February 2026 | $933 |
| March 2026 | $895 |
| April 2026 | $854 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 5 months ago | $850 |
Schools near 268 E Emerling Ave
Firestone Park Elementary School
1479 girard st
akron, OH, 44301
K-5Public
C
Reach Center Summit Lake
390 w crosier st
akron, OH, 44311
PKPublic
APS Online
10 n main st
akron, OH, 44308
1-12Public
Early Learning Program
1199 v odom blvd
akron, OH, 44307
PKPublic
I. Promise School
400 w market st
akron, OH, 44303
3-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood
South Akron | Akron, OH
Getting around Akron near 268 E Emerling Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 268 E Emerling Ave, Akron
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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