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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Akron, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Akron rent stands today
Akron, OH rent rose 7.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,075/month. Renters today are paying $75 more per month on average than last year, with rent recovering close to the recent peak of $1,095/month seen in August 2026.
Compared to national trends
Akron is 43.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 372 total rentals across a mix of apartments, houses, and condos.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $750/month, 1-bedrooms for $819/month, and 2-bedrooms for $995/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,200/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,350/month. Apartments average $925/month while houses run higher at $1,200/month, reflecting the roughly even split in inventory between these property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Fairlawn Heights rents fell 55.2% year over year to $940/month across 12 rentals, a sharp contrast to the citywide 7.5% rise. Downtown Akron saw a 40.5% increase to $1,258/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends within the Akron market.
Median rent
Median rent in Akron
$1,075/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Akron is $1,075 per month as of October 2026. This is 43% below the national average rent, or $825 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Akron
372
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Akron rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Akron, OH
Average rent prices in Akron have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Akron, OH
Rent prices in Akron vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Akron is $925, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Akron run $820 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $975.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $750 | 4% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $819 |  1% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $995 | 1% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $1,200 | 2% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $1,350 | No Change | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Akron | $1,257 | |
East Akron | $1,000 | |
Firestone Park | $925 | |
Goodyear Heights | $985 | |
Highland Square | $1,010 | |
Kenmore | $1,165 | |
Middlebury | $1,150 | |
South Akron | $1,150 | |
University Of Akron | $895 | |
West Akron | $1,100 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $925 | No Change | 6% | |
Condos | $950 | 5% | 3% | |
Houses | $1,200 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $450 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$819
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Highland Square
Average rent
$1,010
University Of Akron
Average rent
$895
Goodyear Heights
Average rent
$985
West Akron
Average rent
$1,100
East Akron
Average rent
$1,000
Downtown Akron
Average rent
$1,257
South Akron
Average rent
$1,150
Kenmore
Average rent
$1,165
Middlebury
Average rent
$1,150
Firestone Park
Average rent
$925
Apartments
Average rent
$925
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$450
The table above reflects average rent prices in Akron, OH, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Akron, OH compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Akron and Barberton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Akron
43%lower than the national median
48%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Akron, OH is 8% higher than the median rent in Barberton, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$997
1%$2,000
4%$935
10%$1,497
8%$1,045
20%$937
6%$1,500
$1,199
11%$1,345
46%$1,395
2%$2,125
6%$915
38%Cost of living in Akron, OH
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 14% lower |
| Housing | 41% lower |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 19% lower |
Discover rentals in Akron, OH
5d+ ago
Elizabeth Park Valley apartment for rent in Akron
Silver St #UP, Akron, OH 44303
3 beds
1 bath
$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
72 E Mapledale Ave, Akron, OH 44301
2 beds
1 bath
$745
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Kenmore apartment for rent in Akron
835 Kenmore Blvd #UP, Akron, OH 44314
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Middlebury apartment for rent in Akron
94 Broad St #1, Akron, OH 44305
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Price dropped $55Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Elizabeth Park Valley condo for rent in Akron
21 Furnace St #608, Akron, OH 44308
3 beds
2 baths
$4,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Northwest Akron apartment for rent in Akron
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$3,840
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Fairlawn Heights house for rent in Akron
189 Pembroke Rd #1, Akron, OH 44333
5 beds
3 baths
$3,760
Price dropped $200Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Verified
772 Buckeye Dr #NA, Akron, OH 44303
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
4d ago
Verified
530 S Main St, Akron, OH 44311
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,045–$2,859
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
22 E Exchange St, Akron, OH 44308
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$2,065
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
1446 Alphada Avenue, Akron, OH 44310
Studio–2 beds
0–1 bath
$625–$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$3,840
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1141 Mckinley Ave, Akron, OH 44306
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
1446 Alphada Avenue, Akron, OH 44310
Studio–2 beds
0–1 bath
$625–$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
530 S Main St, Akron, OH 44311
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,045–$2,859
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
22 E Exchange St, Akron, OH 44308
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$2,065
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
1446 Alphada Avenue, Akron, OH 44310
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1694 Dominion Drive, Akron, OH 44313
2 beds
1 bath
$850–$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Akron, OH
Quick answers to common questions about the Akron rental market.
How much is rent in Akron?
The average rent in Akron is $1,075 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Akron?
Average rent prices in Akron have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Akron rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Akron is 43% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $825 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Akron?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Akron are University Of Akron ($895/mo), Firestone Park ($925/mo), and Goodyear Heights ($985/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Akron?
To comfortably afford rent in Akron, you'd need to earn approximately $43,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Akron?
March offers the lowest rents in Akron with approximately 3.1% savings compared to December's peak prices. July and April see higher competition with more demand than available inventory, while December is the least competitive month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).