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Base Rent$1,075
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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4217 Snake Rd

AthensAL35611
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Woodridge Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge Apartments

1200 Woodridge DrAthens, AL 35611
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French Farms Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

French Farms Village

20766 Victoria WayAthens, AL 35611
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Water Oak Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water Oak Apartments

1418 E Elm StAthens, AL 35611
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Windscape
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windscape

2220 Windscape DrAthens, AL 35611
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Cottonwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood Apartments

209 Southwind DrAthens, AL 35611
Corporate Housing
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Athens, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Swan Creek Apartments in the Athens neighborhood priced from $795. Tanglewood Apartments in the Athens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Swan Creek Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Tanglewood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Residence2BR,1BA$799
Windsor Apartments1 BD 1 BA UPGRADED1BR,1BA$849
Athens Square Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Cleo ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$900
The Henry2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated2BR,2BA$949
Clinton Place1 BD 1 BA Renovated w/ Washer Dryer1BR,1BA$949
Southwind Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Windscape2x22BR,2BA$975
Magnolia RowDogwood1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, AL

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.11 price per square foot Morgan Model at Parallel 36 @ Liberty in the in the Athens neighborhood starting from $1,764. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Cambridge Place Luxury Townhomes starting at $1,595 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Athens 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.
Parallel 36 @ LibertyMorgan3BR,2.5BA$1.11
Cambridge Place Luxury Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.06
Creekside At Athens2Be-HC2BR,2BA$1.20
Autumn FallsSpacious 2 Bedroom Rental in the heart of town2BR,2BA$1.17
The Henry3 Bed 2 Bath Renovated3BR,2BA$0.99
Windscape2x22BR,2BA$0.93
Swan Creek Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Athens Square Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.13
Tanglewood ApartmentsOne Bedroom Residence1BR,1BA$1.21
Cleo ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $795 at Swan Creek Apartments.

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 $799 at Tanglewood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windscape and starts from $1,050.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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