
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, TN from $500 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Athens.


162 County Road 659, Unit 3

Ridgetop Apartments

250 County Road 129

311 Sunset Dr

1615 Co Rd 658

1004 S Jackson St

1206 Knoxville Ave

154 S Jackson St
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

12 Walcon Ln

1511 Decatur Pike

1020 Moore St

331 Co Rd 135

Middle Creek Apartments

Starr Mountain Apartments

Tanasi Bend Apartments

Peaks of Loudon

Park Hills Apartments

Hillview Terrace Apartments

Cherokee Hills Apartments

Hill Place Apartments

Waters Edge Apartment Homes

New Adventure Apartments

Mountain View Apartments

The Charlie

Hawthorne at the Hollow

2439 Hwy 411

422 Co Rd 775

122 9th St

204 Arrants Rd

127 Co Rd 79

1402 Broad St

714 Washington Ave

203 W Main St

222 Ohio Ave

1215 Broad St
Athens, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cheap Athens Studio Apartments | $1,094 | $850 | $1,383 |
Cheap Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $725 | $3,292 |
Cheap Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $750 | $5,293 |
Cheap Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,109 | $944 | $6,748 |
Cheap Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $1,100 | $3,142 |
Browse Top Apartments in Athens
See all Apartments in AthensExplore Athens
Athens, TN Local Guide
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Middle Creek Apartments priced from $725. Starr Mountain Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
---|---|---|---|
Middle Creek Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Starr Mountain Apartments | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Tanasi Bend Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Peaks of Loudon | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $838 |
Hillview Terrace Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Park Hills Apartments | Apt 1705 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Cherokee Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Ridgetop Apartments | 3B 2B | 3BR,2BA | $990 |
Waters Edge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, TN
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.77 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Peaks of Loudon in the starting from $838. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 3B 2B Model at Ridgetop Apartments starting at $990 with a $0.96 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
---|---|---|---|
Peaks of Loudon | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
Ridgetop Apartments | 3B 2B | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Hill Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Cherokee Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
New Adventure Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
162 County Road 659, Unit 3 | 162 County Road 659 | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Hillview Terrace Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Middle Creek Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Tanasi Bend Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Starr Mountain Apartments | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:Location, Location, Location!
Explore Athens, TN Rentals by Map
See the most popular apartments and homes in Athens, TN
Getting Around Athens, TN
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $725 at Middle Creek Apartments.
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 $750 at Starr Mountain Apartments.
What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ridgetop Apartments and starts from $990.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
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.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.