Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Athens Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (18 Rentals)

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1212 Schaub Dr

RaleighNC27606

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5401-5445 Penwood DrRaleigh, NC 27606
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Athens, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Athens area of Raleigh, NC is a 4 Beds unit found at The Wilde priced from $735. Arbor Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Athens apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The WildeD14BR,4BA$735
Arbor Creek11A1BR,1BA$915
District at 54S1Studio,1BA$1,095
403 WestA11BR,1BA$1,115
Wildwoods Of Lake Johnson1A1BR,1BA$1,126

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, NC

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.73 price per square foot Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir Model at Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr Model at Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr starting at $675 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Lakeside 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.
Room in Condo on Collegiate CirRoom in Condo on Collegiate Cir1BR,1BA$0.73
Room in Condo on Crab Orchard DrRoom in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr1BR,1BA$0.55
Room in Condo on Collegiate CirRoom in Condo on Collegiate Cir1BR,1BA$0.55
Room in Condo on University CtRoom in Condo on University Ct1BR,1BA$0.55
Room in Condo on Collegiate CirRoom in Condo on Collegiate Cir1BR,1BA$0.57
Room in Condo on Crab Orchard DrRoom in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr1BR,1BA$0.58
AXIS CrossroadsA2R1BR,1BA$1.43
Brook Hill TownhouseSilver Birch2BR,1.5BA$1.69
Wildwoods Of Lake Johnson1A1BR,1BA$1.45
Madison Hunters GlenThe Oak1BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Athens, Raleigh, NC

Ranked #117

Among neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Athens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Athens is at District at 54 listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $915 at Arbor Creek.

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 $880 at The Wilde.

What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Wilde and starts from $820.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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