r/Kent 11m ago

Apartment

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r/Kent 2d ago

Uni edge apartment room swap ?

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r/Kent 4d ago

Moving to Kent

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I've been searching for a place to rent in Kent for a few months now and have been struggling. I'm a transfer student, but I'm also 40 y/o woman. I'm not looking to move in with standard-aged undergrads. They're great; they're living their best life on their own, but I've already done all of that. I'm coming with a cat and all my furniture. It's been super hard to find something that accommodates that. On top of that, I'm legally blind, so walking distance to AT LEAST a PARTA stop is needed for me to get around.

So I am posting here to see if I can get any bites or leads on something that may not be offered to a traditional incoming student. I met with a leasing company and visited a few houses. I even filled out and paid for the application, but it's been over a week and a half since I've heard from them, despite reaching out via text and phone. I'm starting to panic because time is slipping away so fast. So thank you in advance!


r/Kent 10d ago

What nicknames have you heard for places in and around Kent?

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I ask as part of a linguistic study covering this topic!
Examples could include things like Streetstucky/The Boro, TTown or Slow Stow...

incl. nicknames for schools, parks and other institutions/geographical features

r/Kent 16d ago

Lake street apartments

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Looking at 1 bedroom units at lake street apartments, is there anything I should know about them before touring/applying? I'm also looking at Indian valley. If there are any other recommendations for places within the $700-$800 range I'd really appreciate it

Edit: adding that I would be ok with a roommate in a 2 bedroom but I'm being cautious with that one obviously


r/Kent 17d ago

Anyone looking to make friends this summer?

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Hey everyone!

My name's Mike, I recently graduated from OSU but I'll be taking some classes at Kent State this fall. Since I live just outside of Kent, I thought I'd see if anyone around the area is looking to meet some new people this summer!

I'm really down for just about anything: grabbing food or coffee, hiking, going out on weekends, going to events, etc. I'm always up for trying something new!

A little about me: I'm 23, really into music (everything from 70s/80s classics to 2000s/2010s pop and EDM), and I enjoy photography and going outdoors. I've been trying to get out of the house more this summer and thought I'd try posting here!

Feel free to reply or send me a DM directly if you're interested! It would be great to meet some new people and have friends to do stuff with 😄


r/Kent 18d ago

Birdseed supplies?

5 Upvotes

Anyone have a favorite or go to for birdseed supplies? Some places I've been charge thru the wazoo for seed, suet etc. :(


r/Kent 19d ago

Dresser on South Depeyster

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Rare chance this goes anywhere but does anyone know anyone who picked up a tall wooden dresser on South Depeyster street? My girlfriend lost clothes in the dresser and the dresser was taken in about an hour before we could get the clothes back. It was clothes that fit her perfectly and she had a hard time finding clothes that fit her. Please help


r/Kent 23d ago

Places to go?

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Hello! Just asking for recommendations because my brother is coming up for his birthday. Hes turning 13 and enjoys a lot of retro stuff, so I was wondering if yall have any recommendations (bonus if its affordable)


r/Kent 26d ago

Okay Yall I’m gonna sound insane but…

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I was DoorDashing about a week ago, and I ended up on this beautiful street. I cannot remember the name, but the houses were gorgeous. It was a kind of wooded street, some of the houses had like a ground floor garage and then you walk up some steps and then there’s a deck, and then you go up some more stairs and there’s another main deck and the main house. The houses appear to be connected. Idk it was just really pretty and I wanted to show my friend 😂 I’m 99% sure I was in Kent but I might have been in Ravenna.


r/Kent Jun 21 '26

Looking for a church that has a lot of young adults presents even with college being out

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. I’m okay with going to stow/Akron and other area that are close to save gas as I’m mostly looking for maybe a good beginner type church or maybe catholic or Orthodox Church definitely Early start times

What I am NOT looking for:

Mega-churches / prosperity “gospel” Modern “pastor-in-front-of-a-projector” type services


r/Kent Jun 17 '26

World Cup Watch Parties in Kent?

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I am wondering if anyone knows what places are showing World Cup games? I’ve heard Nut House and Bell Tower Brewing are doing watch parties.

I went to Blind Squirrel last night to watch a game and Google said they were open but when I got there they were closed.

Anyone know where I can watch the games?


r/Kent Jun 14 '26

1 bedroom apartment (non student)

8 Upvotes

Hi! Looking for recommendations for a family member, 65 year old male. Looking for one bedroom apartment, does not want to live in student housing or senior housing. TIA!


r/Kent Jun 14 '26

In search of bands/artists to link up with.

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29 year old black guy in search of rock, punk, metal, hip hop, or really any genre of music to collaborate with people on. I’ve been playing guitar for roughly 16 years, have 8 experience fiddling with DAWS. Literally willing to work with anyone :)


r/Kent Jun 11 '26

Tattoo/piercing places nearby?

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Hey! I'm here over the summer and wanna get some tattoos/piercings at some point. Any recommendations? Any I should avoid? I prefer to hear from people and not based off of reviews since sometimes negative ones can be deleted. ​​​


r/Kent Jun 10 '26

Felon friendly rental

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i’m having a hard time finding an apartment in kent and surrounding cities due to a felony and a misdemeanor possession charge about 4 years ago in another state (actively working at getting it expunged) it’s a non violent felony and i haven’t been charged since. any recommendations or tips would be greatly appreciated


r/Kent Jun 10 '26

Community Justice & Reentry Roundtable

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Having discussions this week to discuss reentry efforts in Portage County.


r/Kent Jun 09 '26

Nice bakeries for custom birthday cake?

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My girlfriend’s birthday is coming up and I’m on the lookout for a decent bakery around Kent. I want to order a custom decorated birthday cake that will look nice but hopefully not break the bank either. I know chain grocery stores can usually do it, just wanted to put some feelers out. Anybody have any suggestions?


r/Kent Jun 03 '26

3 hospitalized, Portage County residents sheltering in place amid hazmat situation

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Stay away from the Akron water treatment plant on Ravenna Road.


r/Kent May 30 '26

Recommendations for specific nose jewelry?

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I'm looking for a fitted, seamless gold nose hoop. I've had a silver one in my face for 14 years, got it somewhere in Pittsburgh and cannot remember where, and I'm not sure what size it is. They had damn near everything in stock and we tried a few before I settled on one. I've checked a couple local places for a gold one but can't seem to find one anywhere. Any suggestions in the area, Akron, Cuyahoga Falls or anywhere?


r/Kent May 28 '26

Junk removal services?

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Anyone have any recommendations for local junk removal services? My roommate and I are moving out of our townhome next week and have accumulated a bunch of junk over the past 11 years.


r/Kent May 20 '26

School Quality Declining

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Does anyone else feel like the quality of schools and attitudes of teachers and admins is declining? My daughter attends Walls and her teacher doesn't seem to be able to handle her class and the admin staff tends to be rude and not report issues unless she tells me about them first. Am I alone in feeling this way?


r/Kent May 19 '26

Looking to get out

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Does anyone know any good beginner level hiking in kent or simply some good nature walk areas where im not gonna get bombarded with trash or the sounds of a road? I seriously need to just get out in this sun but i dont really wanna drive far or walk in town.


r/Kent May 19 '26

Looking for a private room at Eagles Landing

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r/Kent May 18 '26

Posture playing at the Zephyr 5/29 w/Annabel!

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Check out Posture here: https://linktr.ee/posturelol?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=6ca0bdd6-c7a2-4bf1-9091-d1d585fa7e1e

This is Annabel's first show back in Kent in like 13 years! Come out!!!!