The Towers/Fir Hill
55 Fir Hill Dr,
Akron, OH 44304
$750 - $1,850
Studio - 3 Beds
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Brownstone Apartments
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Highlights
- Pet Play Area
- Balcony
About Brownstone Apartments
Located across the street from Akron University’s Infocision Stadium, these 2 bedroom modern Apartments are the perfect location close to freeways & shopping. Built in 2000 and remodeled in 2015 & 2023, these are a high quality, reasonably priced units. Rent prices include water, sewer & trash. The only utility that is tenant paid is electric. These apartments offer 3 styles of floor plans including our basic 2 bedroom suite, deluxe 2 bedroom and our premier 2 bedroom penthouse suites. The premier units are a 2 story apartments with over 1,100 sf of living space in each apartment! Well maintained and a considerably lower rent rate than all the corporate owned complexes. Half the Price, just as nice. Request a tour and see why our apartments are the best value in Akron. Free level 2 EV charging on site!
Brownstone Apartments is an apartment community located in Summit County and the 44311 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Akron City School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Community-Wide WiFi
Pet Play Area
Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Renters Insurance Program
- Pet Play Area
- EV Charging
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Double Pane Windows
- Balcony
409 Brown St,
Akron,
OH
44311
Welcome to Akron, where industrial heritage meets modern living. This former "Rubber Capital of the World" has transformed into a thriving city with diverse rental options throughout its neighborhoods. The rental market remains affordable, with one-bedroom apartments renting for $863, showing a 3.1% increase year-over-year. Two-bedroom units average $1,101, while larger three-bedroom homes typically rent for around $1,306. Notable areas include Highland Square, with its mix of historic architecture and local shops; Goodyear Heights, showcasing homes from the city's industrial era; and Merriman Valley, bordered by the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
The city offers an array of recreational and cultural attractions. The Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail winds through the area, connecting neighborhoods with 87 miles of paths for walking, running, and cycling.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Akron | Akron, OH | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $933 | $766 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,123 | $952 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,366 | $1,160 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,628 | $1,420 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 14.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 16.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 16.9 mi |
Brownstone Apartments is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from University of Akron. It is also near Kent State University and Stark State College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
479 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
240 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades PK & 9-12
896 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
388 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
854 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
225 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
809 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Walkability Near Brownstone Apartments
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 100
Traffic
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CalmBusinesses
ActiveScores provided by
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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409 Brown St
Akron, OH 44311