
Cheap Homes for Rent in Athens, WI from $600 (13 Rentals)
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3120-3113 13th St S

2405 E 8th St

5-525 N 1st Ave

2806 Jelinek Ave

213217 WI-97

420 10th St N

106 N 6th Ave

2414 N 6th St

305 2nd St N

106 Fred St

834 E Allman St, Unit 834

205 E 2nd Ave
Athens, WI 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 | $1,292 | $800 | $1,895 |
Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,593 | $995 | $2,160 |
Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,530 | $1,395 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Landmark in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood priced from $505. Kannenberg Plaza in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. 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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The Landmark | 1BR/1BA Income Restrictions | 1BR,1BA | $505 |
Kannenberg Plaza | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Trolley Quarter Flats | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $613 |
Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace | Riverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $618 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, WI and Nearby
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper Model at Bos Creek Estates in the in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Trolley Quarter Flats starting at $613 with a $0.49 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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Bos Creek Estates | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
Trolley Quarter Flats | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.49 |
Cedar Ridge | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Wausau Columns Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
The Landmark | 2BR/1BA Income Restrictions | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Ross Avenue Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Woodland Chalet Apartments | 3639-02 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Kannenberg Plaza | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Athens
What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Athens, WI with pricing that ranges from $505 to $3,399. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $625 to $2,160.
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 $625 to $2,160 with an average monthly rent of $1,188.
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.

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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.