159 Main
159 S Main St,
Akron, OH 44308
$1,150 - $2,500 | Studio - 2 Beds
Downtown Akron is a neighborhood next to the University of Akron. This charming community is encompassed by a large arts and culture district, where residents enjoy seeing a musical at the Akron Civic Theatre or watching their kids explore the exhibitions at the Akron Children’s Museum.
Another fun-filled activity popular with the locals is catching a RubberDucks game at Canal Park. Lock 3 serves as an outdoor venue that frequently hosts morning yoga sessions and 5K running events. Great bars and restaurants are in walking distance of both venues.
Residents of Downtown Akron enjoy close proximity to Interstate 77, area hospitals, as well as the Akron Art Museum. Glendale Park is a large green space perfect for exploring – be sure to check out the Glendale Steps, a historic city landmark. Cleveland, Ohio is an approximately 60-minute drive from Downtown Akron, while the Akron Fulton International Airport is only 15 minutes.
As of August 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown Akron is $910 for a studio, $1,106 for one bedroom, $1,187 for two bedrooms, and $1,205 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Akron has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Studio
527 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$910/month
Average Rent
1 BR
674 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,106/month
Average Rent
2 BR
923 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,187/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,362 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,205/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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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.
Good Transit
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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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