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Athens, LA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, LA is a 1 Bed unit found at Peaks of Ruston - Senior living priced from $310. Charleston Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peaks of Ruston - Senior living1x11BR,1BA$310
Charleston Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$665
Royal Crest Apartments2 Bedroom 650 SqFt2BR,1BA$675
Vieux Carre' Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$750
The DrakeLaredo2BR,1BA$765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, LA and Nearby

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2BR 2BA (1100 SF) Giardino Model at Villaggio in the in the Eastwood neighborhood starting from $1,387. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the The Bayou Belle Model at Lexington Place Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Eastwood 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.
Villaggio2BR 2BA (1100 SF) Giardino2BR,2BA$1.26
Lexington Place ApartmentsThe Bayou Belle2BR,2BA$1.35
Cypress PointeMonterey2BR,2BA$1.37
Willow Park Apartments3 Bedroom Unit3BR,2BA$0.90
The DrakeLaredo2BR,1.5BA$0.81
Vieux Carre' Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$0.85
Ultris Island ParkA1 (Furnished)1BR,1BA$1.36
Peaks of Ruston - Senior living1x11BR,1BA$0.43
Charleston Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Royal Crest Apartments2 Bedroom 650 SqFt2BR,1BA$1.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Athens

What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?

There are currently 31 Apartments for Rent in Athens, LA with pricing that ranges from $310 to $2,644. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $550 to $2,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Athens?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Athens ranges from $550 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,338.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Athens?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Athens range from $575 to $2,420, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $469.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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