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Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Akron, OH
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Akron rent stands today
Akron, OH rent slipped 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,000/month. Renters today are paying $53 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Akron sits 48.7% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering one of the more accessible rental markets for renters seeking value in Ohio.
Price ranges
Studios in Akron run around $750/month, 1-bedrooms around $798/month, and 2-bedrooms around $928/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,200/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,350/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,200/month, while apartments sit at $895/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Downtown Akron rents rose 30.0% year over year to $1,335/month across 11 rentals, contrasting with the citywide decline of 2.6%. This neighborhood is a hotspot of rising rents amid a broadly cooling market.
Median rent
Median rent in Akron
$1,000/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Akron is $1,000 per month as of June 2026. This is 49% below the national average rent, or $950 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Akron
377
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Akron rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Akron, OH
Average rent prices in Akron have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% 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 $895, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Akron run $800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $900.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $750 | 3% |  18% | |
1 bedroom | $797 | 1% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $928 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,200 | 1% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,350 | 4% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Akron | $1,335 | |
East Akron | $999 | |
Firestone Park | $895 | |
Goodyear Heights | $1,050 | |
Highland Square | $900 | |
Kenmore | $1,100 | |
Middlebury | $975 | |
South Akron | $1,200 | |
University Of Akron | $900 | |
West Akron | $1,095 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $895 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $922 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,200 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $517 | 10% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
18%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$797
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$928
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
8%
University Of Akron
Average rent
$900
East Akron
Average rent
$999
Downtown Akron
Average rent
$1,335
West Akron
Average rent
$1,095
Highland Square
Average rent
$900
South Akron
Average rent
$1,200
Goodyear Heights
Average rent
$1,050
Kenmore
Average rent
$1,100
Firestone Park
Average rent
$895
Middlebury
Average rent
$975
Apartments
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$922
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$517
Last 30 days
10%
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
49%lower than the national median
51%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Akron, OH is 4% higher than the median rent in Barberton, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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18%$1,862
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15%$1,295
7%$1,200
18%$925
7%$1,500
4%$1,099
14%$1,900
37%$1,395
7%$2,637
7%$1,150
14%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
3d ago
457 Sherman St, Akron, OH 44311
1 bed
1 bath
$375
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
University of Akron house for rent in Akron
1 bed
1 bath
$400
House for rent
Available Jan 6
3d ago
605 E Buchtel Ave, Akron, OH 44304
2 beds
1 bath
$600–$695
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Firestone Park apartment for rent in Akron
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$6,549
$5,916
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Elizabeth Park Valley condo for rent in Akron
21 Furnace St #805, Akron, OH 44308
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,950
Condo for rent
2h ago
1000 Spring Hill Dr, Akron, OH 44312
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,689–$2,099
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
910 Eller Avenue, Akron, OH 44306
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 28
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
1694 Dominion Drive, Akron, OH 44313
1–3 beds
1 bath
$700–$1,200
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
46 West Street, Akron, OH 44303
Studio–2 beds
0–1 bath
$589–$725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
46 West Street, Akron, OH 44303
Studio–2 beds
0–1 bath
$589–$725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1694 Dominion Drive, Akron, OH 44313
1–3 beds
1 bath
$700–$1,200
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
1694 Dominion Drive, Akron, OH 44313
2 beds
1 bath
$850–$950
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$6,549
$5,916
Price drop
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 $1,000 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Akron?
Average rent prices in Akron have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Akron rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Akron is 49% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $950 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Akron?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Akron are Firestone Park ($895/mo), University Of Akron ($900/mo), and Highland Square ($900/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Akron?
To comfortably afford rent in Akron, you'd need to earn approximately $40,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Akron?
Akron's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $780 per month, while two-bedroom units reach around $950 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's diverse rental inventory.
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).