
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Athens Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (18 Rentals)
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1220 University Ct, Unit 102

The Wilde

1241 University Ct, Unit 204

1251 University Ct, Unit 1

1230 University Ct

1410 Collegiate Cir

1212 Schaub Dr

1321 Crab Orchard Dr
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1401 Collegiate Cir
Athens, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Athens Studio Apartments | $1,297 | $1,095 | $1,630 |
Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $800 | $2,872 |
Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $880 | $3,689 |
Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $820 | $5,568 |
Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $735 | $2,254 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Wilde | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $735 |
Arbor Creek | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
District at 54 | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
403 West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Wildwoods Of Lake Johnson | 1A | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir | Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr | Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir | Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
Room in Condo on University Ct | Room in Condo on University Ct | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir | Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir | 1BR,1BA | $0.57 |
Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr | Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
AXIS Crossroads | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Brook Hill Townhouse | Silver Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
Wildwoods Of Lake Johnson | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Madison Hunters Glen | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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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.
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