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Akron, OH

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Peaceful Ohio living in a city steeped in innovation and charm

Charming College Town Diverse Restaurants Shopping Hiking Great Schools Laidback

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. Downtown's Lock 3 Park hosts community events throughout the year, while the Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens preserves a magnificent Tudor Revival estate. The Akron Art Museum's distinctive steel and glass building houses an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art. The University of Akron campus adds to the city's educational landscape, while the surrounding polymer industry continues the city's legacy of innovation, hosting numerous research facilities and manufacturing centers.

Explore the City

Downtown Akron is home to several locally owned restaurants.

Canal Park is baseball field that is home of the Akron RubberDucks in Downtown Akron.

The ground signage of University of Akron is well kept and maintained in Downtown Akron.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Akron, OH is $747 for a studio, $933 for one bedroom, $1,128 for two bedrooms, and $1,317 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Akron has increased by 2.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$933/month
642 Sq Ft
House
$1,277/month
873 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,042/month
804 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,077/month
901 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Akron, OH is 14.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Akron is 40.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $747 - $1,317. You can expect to pay 6.2% more for groceries, 19.8% less for utilities, and 1.8% more for transportation.

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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

25

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

44

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Bath Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

623 Students

Nolley Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

462 Students

Schrop Intermediate School

Public

Grades 2-6

521 Students

King Community Learning Center

Public

Grades K-5

403 Students

Manchester Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

399 Students

Revere Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

652 Students

Manchester Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

399 Students

Miller-South Visual Performing Arts

Public

Grades 4-8

344 Students

Springfield High School

Public

Grades 7-12

828 Students

Jennings Community Learning Center

Public

Grades 6-8

757 Students

Manchester High School

Public

Grades 9-12

417 Students

Springfield High School

Public

Grades 7-12

828 Students

Coventry High School

Public

Grades 9-12

557 Students

Firestone High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,162 Students

North High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

916 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Akron Zoo
  • Cascade Valley Metro Park - South
  • Gorge Metro Park
  • Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
  • Goodyear Heights Metro Park

Airports

  • Akron-Canton Regional
  • Cleveland-Hopkins International

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Living in Akron

Restaurants

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If you are hoping to rent an apartment in Akron, Ohio there's no doubt you'll want to find a few good places to enjoy a meal. The good news is that the city has plenty to offer in that area. In fact, the city is known for a few specific people who have, as they say, helped to define American cuisine. One of those people is Ferdinand Schumacher, who was the first maker of American oatmeal and, as a result, the pioneer of cereal. His company would later become the Quaker Oats Company.

As far as places the city is known for in terms of dining, there are a few must-visit destinations. Of those include Duffy's, The Diamond Grille, Luigi's Pizzeria, and Crave. Swenson's and Skyway, both of which are popular hamburger locations, have had an ongoing competition for years.

There's no doubt that Akron is a diverse city, home to numerous religions, ethnic groups, and various ages. As a city that offers virtually everything a resident would live, finding an apartment to live in Akron may be easier to do than you realize. With a lower cost of living and ease of access to available apartments, this could be the ideal location to call home.

Transportation

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Akron is easy to get to and easy to get around in. This is due to the numerous large highways and freeway systems that connect most of the town to the surrounding areas. Several main thoroughfares run through the city, including I-77, which connects the city to Cleveland to the north, as well as to Marietta. I-76 runs through the city and connects Akron to I-71, and the Youngstown area. The Akron Innerbelt is the ideal way to get into and around the downtown portion of the city. It is short, at only a few miles long, but serves as a connection point to numerous other freeways. I-277 runs east to west in the city as well.

In terms of airports, the Akron-Canton Regional Airport is the main local option, though Cleveland Hopkins Airport, an international airport that is significantly larger, is about 30 minutes to the north of the city as well.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.