
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Athens, AL (30 Rentals)


Cleo Apartments

Magnolia Row

Gateway Village at Swan Creek

Southwind Apartments

Clinton Place

Windsor Apartments

Higgins Estates Apartments

Swan Creek Apartments

Tanglewood Apartments
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Montclair

Oakview Apartments

Elmwood Apartments

Athens Village

Athens Park Apartments

Athens Square Apartments

Windscape

Southern Charm Village
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Studio Apartments | $695 | $695 | $695 |
Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $795 | $1,399 |
| Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $869 | $1,774 |
| Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $1,145 | $1,900 |
| Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,941 | $1,695 | $2,215 |
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Largest Available Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Athens, AL is found at Signature Pointe Apartment Homes and is 932 square feet priced from $1,150. Gateway Village at Swan Creek has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 812 square feet and currently listed start at $1,224. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Athens:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Pointe Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 932 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Gateway Village at Swan Creek | The Dogwood | 812 Sq Ft | $1,224 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One Bedroom Residence | 725 Sq Ft | $905 |
| Southwind Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 725 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Cleo Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 720 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Clinton Place | 1 BD 1 BA Renovated w/ Washer Dryer | 672 Sq Ft | $799 |
| Magnolia Row | Cypress | 650 Sq Ft | $975 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA UPGRADED | 634 Sq Ft | $849 |
Cheapest Available Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 12, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Athens, AL is the 1 BD 1 BA Renovated w/ Washer Dryer Model starting from $799 at Clinton Place . The second most affordable Athens 1 Bedroom is the 1 BD 1 BA UPGRADED Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $849 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Athens is currently $1,053. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Athens:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton Place | 1 BD 1 BA Renovated w/ Washer Dryer | $799 |
| Windsor Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA UPGRADED | $849 |
| Magnolia Row | Dogwood | $889 |
| Cleo Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $900 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One Bedroom Residence | $905 |
| Southwind Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $975 |
| Signature Pointe Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | $978 |
| Gateway Village at Swan Creek | The Magnolia | $1,054 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Athens Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Athens Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Athens is $1,053.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Athens Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Athens is a 932 square feet unit starting from $1,150 at Signature Pointe Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Athens is currently 756 sq ft.
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