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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • On-site parking
  • Newly renovated units
  • Comfortable living experience

Location

600 Sherman St, Akron, OH 44311, USA|University of Akron
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Management

Tyche Management

Leasing office

(234) 231-9148 ext. 2

Property Overview

University Commons Apartments offers an overall Zumper rating of 8.6, reflecting its high-value amenities, competitive pricing, and prime location. The property features newly renovated units with stainless steel appliances, on-site laundry, and parking, contributing to a comfortable living experience. It is particularly appealing for those working from home, with nearby office supply stores, high-speed internet, and a pet-friendly environment complemented by local pet services.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, University Commons Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Commons Apartments 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

4 bed / 2 bath4 bed2 bath1,400 sqft$1,250 /mo5 units availableNewly renovated 4 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment. Newly renovated 4 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment. FIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH PAYMENT OF SECURITY DEPOSIT AND 13 MONTH LEASE! Be the first tenant to move into these fully-gut renovated apartments equipped with brand new stainless steel LG appliances, including oven/stove range, microwave and refrigerator/freezer combo. Our pet friendly community offers convenient amenities such as on-site laundry facilities, secure on-site parking for residents, security cameras for added peace of mind, and an easy-to-use online payment portal. Located in a prime location, our apartments provide a comfortable and hassle-free living experience that is blocks away from restaurants, freeway entrances, convenience stores, gas stations, transit stops, parks, and in close proximity to the University of Akron. Tenant pays for cable/internet, electric, gas and water. Contact us to set up a tour and/or apply today. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call University Commons Apartments your new home!

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Amenities for University Commons Apartments

Apartment Amenities

FreezerTrash

Appliances

MicrowaveOven
Oven/RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySecurity Cameras

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Other

Online Payment Portal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About University Commons Apartments

HomeApartments in AkronUniversity of Akron University Commons Apartments

Welcome to University Commons Apartments in Akron, OH! Our newly renovated units feature stainless steel appliances as well as new flooring and counter tops. Our community offers convenient amenities such as on-site laundry facilities, on-site parking for residents, security cameras for added peace of mind, and an easy-to-use online payment portal. Located in a prime location, our apartments provide a comfortable and hassle-free living experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call University Commons Apartments your new home!


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, University Commons Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Commons Apartments 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 University Commons Apartments
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.
University Commons Apartments 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.
University Commons Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, University Commons Apartments 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.
University Commons Apartments 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 University Commons Apartments 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.

University Commons Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 3 office supply stores 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 University Commons Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in University of Akron

4-bedroom apartments at University Commons Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in University of Akron.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
University of Akron
Akron
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Akron
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$758
December 2023$758
January 2024$758
February 2024$756
March 2024$758
April 2024$757
May 2024$742
June 2024$721
July 2024$734
August 2024$766
September 2024$792
October 2024$750
November 2024$750
December 2024$752
January 2025$777
February 2025$788
March 2025$789
April 2025$765
May 2025$765
June 2025$765
July 2025$769
August 2025$776
September 2025$773
October 2025$750
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in University of Akron
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$675
December 2023$707
January 2024$685
February 2024$680
March 2024$653
April 2024$677
May 2024$666
June 2024$675
July 2024$694
August 2024$682
September 2024$757
October 2024$750
November 2024$750
December 2024$739
January 2025$795
February 2025$789
March 2025$750
April 2025$727
May 2025$695
June 2025$695
July 2025$756
August 2025$755
September 2025$750
October 2025$750

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near University Commons Apartments

Leggett Community Learning Center

333 e thornton st

akron, OH, 44311

K-5Public
C

North High School

985 gorge blvd

akron, OH, 44310

PK, 9-12Public
C+
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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 600 Sherman St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

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 600 Sherman St, Akron

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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