Akron, OH Rent History
141 months of data, 2015–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$1,176
1-year change
+2.7%
$31/mo
5-year change
+34.2%
$300/mo
10-year change
+75.0%
$504/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Akron
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $644/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2016 | $660/mo | +2.5% | +2.5% |
| 2017 | $684/mo | +3.6% | +6.2% |
| 2018 | $699/mo | +2.2% | +8.5% |
| 2019 | $722/mo | +3.3% | +12.1% |
| 2020 | $759/mo | +5.1% | +17.9% |
| 2021 | $832/mo | +9.6% | +29.2% |
| 2022 | $935/mo | +12.4% | +45.2% |
| 2023 | $1,007/mo | +7.7% | +56.4% |
| 2024 | $1,061/mo | +5.4% | +64.8% |
| 2025 | $1,128/mo | +6.3% | +75.2% |
| 2026 | $1,171/mo | +3.8% | +81.8% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Akron changed since 2015?
Median rent in Akron, OH was $636 in 2015-01 and is $1,176 as of 2026-09 — a change of $540 per month over 11 years.
How much has Akron rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Akron, OH has changed +34.2% ($300 per month). The current median is $1,176.
What has rent in Akron done over the past decade?
Over the past 10 years, median rent in Akron, OH has changed +75.0% ($504 per month). It is now $1,176.
Is rent in Akron going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Akron, OH has increased +2.7% ($31/mo). Current median: $1,176.