
Cheap Homes for Rent in Athens, TX from $800 (8 Rentals)
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5925 FM 2494
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118 Old Fort Rd

901 N Hamlett St
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20334 Parkside St

103 Red Bird Ln
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500 E College St

104 Skylark Dr
Athens, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Athens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,736 | $1,295 | $2,250 |
Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,795 | $1,100 | $3,350 |
Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,979 | $1,699 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Athens, TX
Pricing Updated: 05/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Athens, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Athens Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Athens | $1,147 | $821 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, TX is a Studio unit found at Athens Reserve priced from $795. The Woodlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Athens Reserve | Pool View A1 | Studio,1BA | $795 |
The Woodlands | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Hazelwood Apartment Homes | S1 | Studio,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, TX and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.32 price per square foot WAITLIST OPTION ONLY Model at Townhomes at Hamilton Ridge in the starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the The Hawk Model at Cumberland Place Apartment Homes starting at $1,489 with a $1.15 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. |
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Townhomes at Hamilton Ridge | WAITLIST OPTION ONLY | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Cumberland Place Apartment Homes | The Hawk | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
Victoria Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Towne Oaks Townhomes 55+ Senior Living. | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Gardens of Mabank Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Tanglewood Place | B-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
The Residences at Earl Campbell | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Town Village South Apartments | The Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
The Parker Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Townview - Athens | Renovated Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Athens
What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Athens, TX with pricing that ranges from $772 to $5,311. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $875 to $3,350.
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 $875 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,596.
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 $1,094 to $2,974, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,699 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,147.
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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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