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Mi Casa Apartments
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Mi Casa Apartments

112 E Cloverhurst AveAthens, GA 30605
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285 Scandia Cir
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285 Scandia Cir

285 Scandia CirAthens, GA 30605
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425 Hill St
2 Bedroom Apartments

425 Hill St

425 Hill StAthens, GA 30601
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105 Loblolly Dr
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105 Loblolly Dr

105 Loblolly DrAthens, GA 30601
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Arbor Creek Apartments
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Arbor Creek Apartments

155 International DrAthens, GA 30605
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Athens, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Athens, GA

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Athens, GA area range in price from $500 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $4,057. The three Athens neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cedar Creek at $700, University Heights at $1,695, and The Circles at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Athens Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cedar Creek$2,150$700162
University Heights$2,300$1,69552
The Circles$2,400$1,3006
Pulaski Heights$2,800$1,7009
Eastside Athens$2,860$500479
Riverbend$2,880$1,050200
South Athens$2,900$1,100215
South Lumpkin$2,900$1,050182
River Club$2,987$1,12527
Northeast Athens$3,375$1,150101

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, GA is a Studio unit found at University Garden in the Downtown Athens neighborhood priced from $768. Polo Club Athens in the Eastside Athens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $789. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University GardenStudioStudio,1BA$768
Polo Club Athens4-4thq4BR,4BA$789
University OaksAzalea1BR,1BA$800
The Grove at Five PointsStudio 350Studio,1BA$929
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath1BR,1BA$949
Atlas AthensThe Four Flat4BR,4BA$950
Cambridge ApartmentsThe Lynnwood1BR,1BA$985
Eclipse on BroadThe Flat4BR,4BA$1,020
Westside Commons1 Bed 1 Bath Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,020
PinewoodIris2BR,1BA$1,034

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.80 price per square foot Campus Ridge Townhouse Model at Campus Ridge Apartments in the in the Eastside Athens neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 1370 W Hancock Ave Model at 1370 W Hancock Ave starting at $2,175 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Athens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Campus Ridge ApartmentsCampus Ridge Townhouse4BR,4BA$0.80
1370 W Hancock Ave1370 W Hancock Ave4BR,2BA$0.94
Athens Ridge4 Bedroom Townhouse4BR,4.5BA$0.38
Arch Street Condominiums2 Beds, 2.5 baths2BR,2.5BA$0.90
Eclipse on BroadThe Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.67
WHITEHALL LANDINGWhitehall Landing Townhome for Rent3BR,2.5BA$1.00
The Oaks - Athens3 BR/2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.00
145 South St, Unit 3145 South St2BR,1.5BA$0.93
The Lodge of Athens2x2 B - Deluxe2BR,2BA$0.99
Riverbend Club Apartments2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom)2BR,2BA$0.64

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Athens Overview

An artistic hub of the great state of Georgia, Athens is known as a nationally lauded college town and all-around fantastic place to call home. Located in the desirable northeastern end of the state, this popular city has been on the rise for years.

Why live in Athens, GA?

Known the world over for its diversity and welcoming spirit, it should come as little surprise that Athens apartments are in demand. From the array of higher learning institutions that call the area home to the wide assortment of amenities and on-the-move job market, this idyllic slice of Georgia living is truly one of a kind.

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Getting Around Athens, GA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Athens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Athens is at University Garden listed at $768.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $800 at University Oaks.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Athens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Athens is starting from $990 at University Oaks.

What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Atlas Athens and starts from $955.

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