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Highlights

  • Refrigerator
  • Spacious living room
  • Off street parking
  • Vinyl lock flooring
  • Electric range

Location

528 E Buchtel Ave, Akron, OH 44304, USA|University of Akron
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Property Overview

Buchtel Duplex earns a strong overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 out of 10, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. It offers practical features like a refrigerator, spacious living room, off-street parking, vinyl lock flooring, and an electric range, along with a nearby top-rated high school at 0.5 miles.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Buchtel Duplex is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Buchtel Duplex has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Outdoor space

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$895 /mo1 unit availableMOVE IN SPECIAL - HALF OFF FIRST MONTH'S RENT - SPECIAL ENDS 10/31/26 —528 E Buchtel Ave upper unit Akron, OH 44304. Newly Rehabbed 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath upper level apartment Property Details • Recently rehabbed * Spacious living room - Vinyl lock flooring • Kitchen includes an electric range and refrigerator * 1 bathroom • 3 bedrooms • Tenant pays gas and electric * Off street parking Rental Terms • $40 non-refundable application fee per adult • $100 lease processing fee due upon approval • Deposit equal to one month’s rent • ESA animals welcome (do not count as pets) • Minimum 12-month lease Applicant Requirements • Background check for evictions and criminal history • Income must be at least 3x the monthly rent (take-home pay) • Minimum credit score of 600 to qualify without additional conditions • Applicants with credit score 550 may be considered with additional requirements such as higher deposit or fees • Proof of income required Offered By The Rick and Shawna Team Icon Property Management Both are Equal Opportunity Housing Providers www iconmgmt net Visit The Rick and Shawna Team on Facebook

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RangeRefrigerator
Stove

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Lawncare & LandscapingOutdoor Space

Services

Water, Sewer & Trash
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HomeApartments in AkronUniversity of Akron Buchtel Duplex

MOVE IN SPECIAL - HALF OFF FIRST MONTH'S RENT - SPECIAL ENDS 10/31/26 —528 E Buchtel Ave upper unit Akron, OH 44304. Newly Rehabbed 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath upper level apartment Property Details • Recently rehabbed * Spacious living room - Vinyl lock flooring • Kitchen includes an electric range and refrigerator * 1 bathroom • 3 bedrooms • Tenant pays gas and electric * Off street parking Rental Terms • $40 non-refundable application fee per adult • $100 lease processing fee due upon approval • Deposit equal to one month’s rent • ESA animals welcome (do not count as pets) • Minimum 12-month lease Applicant Requirements • Background check for evictions and criminal history • Income must be at least 3x the monthly rent (take-home pay) • Minimum credit score of 600 to qualify without additional conditions • Applicants with credit score 550 may be considered with additional requirements such as higher deposit or fees • Proof of income required Offered By The Rick and Shawna Team Icon Property Management Both are Equal Opportunity Housing Providers www iconmgmt net Visit The Rick and Shawna Team on Facebook


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Buchtel Duplex is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Buchtel Duplex has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Buchtel Duplex
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Buchtel Duplex offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Buchtel Duplex goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including outdoor space. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Buchtel Duplex receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Buchtel Duplex is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Buchtel Duplex does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Buchtel Duplex compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in University of Akron

3-bedroom apartments at Buchtel Duplex cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in University of Akron.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
University of Akron
Akron
A table of studio rental data trends in Akron
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$589
November 2024$613
December 2024$664
January 2025$656
February 2025$661
March 2025$662
April 2025$650
May 2025$617
June 2025$618
July 2025$746
August 2025$750
September 2025$750
October 2025$746
November 2025$725
December 2025$755
January 2026$723
February 2026$664
March 2026$721
April 2026$767
May 2026$754
June 2026$750
July 2026$750
August 2026$740
September 2026$837
October 2026$937
A table of studio rental data trends in University of Akron
MonthMedian Rent
December 2025$715

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near Buchtel Duplex

Mason Community Learning Center

700 e exchange st

akron, OH, 44306

PK, K-6Public
C

APS Online

10 n main st

akron, OH, 44308

1-12Public

I. Promise School

400 w market st

akron, OH, 44303

3-8Public
C-

Reach Center Summit Lake

390 w crosier st

akron, OH, 44311

PKPublic

Early Learning Program

1199 v odom blvd

akron, OH, 44307

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

University of Akron | Akron, OH

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Akron near 528 E Buchtel Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
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 528 E Buchtel Ave, Akron

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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