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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • Off-street parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • On-site laundry room
  • No smoking

Location

525 Carroll St, Akron, OH 44304, USA|University of Akron
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Management

Valand Properties

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(844) 336-1255 ext. 9534

Property Overview

The property at 525 Carroll Street receives a strong overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, supported by its exceptional location rating of 9, emphasizing convenient access to key amenities. With a competitive price rating of 10, it offers excellent value relative to its notable features, including air conditioning, off-street parking, and on-site laundry. Additionally, the property stands out for its transparency, achieving a trustworthiness rating of 7, and is notable for its proximity to top-rated educational institutions.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 525 Carroll Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 525 Carroll Street 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
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

525 Carroll Street - 3A1 bed1 bath625 sqft$725 /moSpacious 1 bedroom apartment in downtown Akron within walking distance to the University of Akron and Summa hospital. The available unit is located on the first floor. The apartment contains a stove, refrigerator, air conditioning, carpet, and mini blinds. Off-street parking. On-site laundry room with an app-based payment and coin payment options. No smoking. No pets. Security deposit required. Owner pays trash and water. Tenant pays electric.

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About 525 Carroll Street

HomeApartments in AkronUniversity of Akron 525 Carroll Street

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment in downtown Akron within walking distance to the University of Akron and Summa hospital. The available unit is located on the first floor. The apartment contains a stove, refrigerator, air conditioning, carpet, and mini blinds. Off-street parking. On-site laundry room with an app-based payment and coin payment options. No smoking. No pets. Security deposit required. Owner pays trash and water. Tenant pays electric.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 525 Carroll Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 525 Carroll Street 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 525 Carroll Street
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.
525 Carroll Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 525 Carroll Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
525 Carroll Street 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 525 Carroll Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
525 Carroll Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

525 Carroll Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 24 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • The area has transit options
  • 33 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 525 Carroll Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in University of Akron

1-bedroom apartments at 525 Carroll Street cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in University of Akron.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Akron
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$741
March 2024$670
April 2024$687
May 2024$737
June 2024$690
July 2024$718
August 2024$692
September 2024$692
October 2024$578
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
A table of studio rental data trends in University of Akron
MonthMedian Rent
December 2025$715

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 525 Carroll Street

Mason Community Learning Center

700 e exchange st

akron, OH, 44306

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Getting around Akron near 525 Carroll St

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
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 525 Carroll St, Akron

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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