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Athens, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Athens, TX

Pricing Updated: 04/14/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Athens$1,147$82110

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. Hazelwood Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Athens ReservePool View A1Studio,1BA$795
Hazelwood Apartment HomesS1Studio,1BA$805
Hollytree ApartmentsAdair1BR,1BA$809
Town Village South ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$845
The Parker ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, TX and Nearby

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.26 price per square foot The Azalea 3/2/2 Model at Townhomes at Faulkner Park in the starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Towne Oaks Townhomes 55+ Senior Living. starting at $1,585 with a $1.23 price per square foot . 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.
Townhomes at Faulkner ParkThe Azalea 3/2/23BR,2BA$1.26
Towne Oaks Townhomes 55+ Senior Living.2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.23
The Parker ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.08
Grande Hill EstatesRiviera2BR,2BA$1.29
Victoria Place2x22BR,2BA$0.96
Gardens of Mabank Senior LivingTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.08
The Residences at Earl Campbell1x11BR,1BA$1.03
Townview - AthensRenovated Unit2BR,1BA$1.27
Townview - MalakoffPremium unit2BR,1BA$1.27
Finley Apartment HomesA2a1BR,1BA$1.20

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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 $795 to $4,260. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $890 to $4,500.

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 $890 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,725.

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 $3,626, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,147.

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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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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