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Student Housing in Kent, OH
$520/unit
Fees may applyCollege Towers Apartments
$533/unit
Fees may apply606 W Main St
$560/unit
Fees may applyHidden Pines Townhomes
$585/unit
Fees may applyKSU East Townhomes - Student Housing
$599/unit
Fees may applyUNIVERSITY TOWNHOMES in KENT
About Student Housing in Kent
Kent is a college town of approximately 29,000 residents in Portage County, Ohio, located about 11 miles east of Akron and 45 miles southeast of Cleveland in the northeastern part of the state. The city is defined by its relationship with Kent State University, one of Ohio's largest public universities with roughly 28,000 students, whose campus borders the downtown and whose academic calendar shapes much of the city's economic and social rhythm. Kent's downtown, centered on North Water Street, is a lively strip of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, music venues, and locally owned businesses that caters heavily to the student population but also maintains a distinct local identity. The city is known nationally for its connection to the May 4, 1970 shootings, which are commemorated on the Kent State campus and draw visitors and researchers from around the world. Beyond its history, Kent has developed a strong identity as an arts and music town, with a thriving independent music scene rooted in the venues along Water Street. The surrounding region offers access to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Portage Lakes, and the outdoor amenities of northeastern Ohio. The rental housing market is large and affordable relative to major Ohio metro areas, with student-dominated neighborhoods adjacent to campus offering a range of housing options at competitive prices.
Best Neighborhoods for Students in Kent
University District Near North Water Street
The streets immediately adjacent to campus and along North Water Street form the most walkable and socially active student neighborhood in Kent. Rents here are the highest in the student market, but the proximity to campus, dining, and nightlife makes this zone the most in-demand among upperclassmen.
East Main Street and Summit Street Area
The East Main Street and Summit Street corridor east of the campus core offers a mix of older houses and apartment buildings popular with upperclassmen seeking a short walk or quick bus ride to campus. Rents in this area are moderate and the neighborhood is well-established as a student zone.