Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens County, OH from $300 (51 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Athens County.

15 S Shafer St, Unit UC unit #402

ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS AND NELSONVILLE

HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS

221 W Washington St, Unit Washington 1 and 2 bed

525 Richland Ave, Unit C

8000 Rolling Hills Rd, Unit 86
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Monticello Village

789 Walnut St

Nelsonville School Commons

127 W State St

116 N Congress St

35 S May Ave
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71 S May Ave

9 Brown Ave

65 Franklin Ave

23 N Congress St

103 Franklin Ave

48 Madison Ave

100 Hudson Ave

98 Hudson Ave

6 Brown Ave
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45 Mound St

61 1st St

14 Central Ave

39 Walker

47 1st St

85 N Lancaster St

48 Moore Ave

6 Coulson St

186 W Washington St

120 N Congress St
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116 Grosvenor St

39 Woodward Ave

8 Foster Pl
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Athens County, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens County Studio Apartments | $806 | $495 | $1,000 |
| Athens County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $976 | $591 | $1,600 |
| Athens County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $675 | $1,450 |
| Athens County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $550 | $2,235 |
| Athens County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $785 | $575 | $890 |
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Cheapest Available Athens County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens County, OH is a 3 Beds unit found at Kershaw Greene I priced from $385. Beaumont Greene has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kershaw Greene I | 3 bdr | 3BR,2BA | $385 |
| Beaumont Greene | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $500 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Two bed | 2BR,2BA | $675 |
| ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS AND NELSONVILLE | LARGE TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $675 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $788 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $811 |
| Nelsonville School Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $893 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens County, OH
As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens County area is the $0.40 price per square foot 18 W State St Model at 18 W State St, Unit 18 1/2 in the starting from $600. The second greatest value Athens County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Nelsonville School Commons starting at $893 with a $0.69 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Athens County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 W State St, Unit 18 1/2 | 18 W State St | 5BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| Nelsonville School Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| 221 W Washington St, Unit Washington 1 and 2 bed | 221 W Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 21 S Court St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS AND NELSONVILLE | LARGE ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Athens County?
The cheapest apartment in Athens County is HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Athens County costs $2,237.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Athens County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Athens County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Athens County?
Cheap apartments in Athens County have an average cost of $571 which is $1,666 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Athens County.
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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
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