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112 E Cloverhurst AveAthens, GA 30605
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148 Old Will Hunter RdAthens, GA 30606
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Athens, GA Local Guide

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Athens 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 15, 2025

There are currently 1378 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Athens, GA that range in price from $650 to $2,850. North Athens, Normaltown and The Circles are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Athens with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Athens105$1,540$650
Normaltown103$1,537$650
The Circles102$1,550$650
Boulevard98$1,535$650
Baxter96$1,510$650
Cobbham96$1,525$650
East Athens89$1,550$650
Milledge86$1,565$650
Pulaski Heights84$1,600$650
Westside Athens83$1,377$800

Largest Available Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Athens, GA is found at The 1785 Club Athens in the Eastside Athens neighborhood and is 1,105 square feet priced from $2,850. Lullwater at Jennings Mill in the Jennings Mill neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,006 square feet and currently listed start at $1,569. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Athens:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The 1785 Club Athens1X1 J1,105 Sq Ft$2,850
Lullwater at Jennings Milla31,006 Sq Ft$1,569
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath950 Sq Ft$949
High Ridge ApartmentsThe Azalea925 Sq Ft$1,283
Legacy Mill1X1 Large906 Sq Ft$1,340
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated900 Sq Ft$960
The Woods at Normaltown1X1875 Sq Ft$1,139

Cheapest Available Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 15, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Athens, GA is the Azalea Model starting from $800 at University Oaks in the Boulevard neighborhood. The second most affordable Athens 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1 Bath Model at The Oaks - Athens starting at $949 in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Athens is currently $1,456. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Athens:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
University OaksAzalea$800
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath$949
University Garden1x1cc$950
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Classic$960
Westside Commons1 Bed 1 Bath Deluxe$1,020
Cascades on the River1 Bedroom, 1 bath$1,095
Legacy of Athens ApartmentsA1$1,125
The Woods at Normaltown1X1$1,139
Cielo At Velvet1BR/1BA Reno$1,175

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Athens Overview

An artistic hub of the great state of Georgia, Athens is known as a nationally lauded college town and all-around fantastic place to call home. Located in the desirable northeastern end of the state, this popular city has been on the rise for years.

Why live in Athens, GA?

Known the world over for its diversity and welcoming spirit, it should come as little surprise that Athens apartments are in demand. From the array of higher learning institutions that call the area home to the wide assortment of amenities and on-the-move job market, this idyllic slice of Georgia living is truly one of a kind.

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Getting Around Athens, GA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Athens Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Athens with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Athens is at University Oaks listed at $800.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Athens Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Athens is $1,456.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Athens Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Athens is a 1,105 square feet unit starting from $2,850 at The 1785 Club Athens.

What is the average size for Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Athens is currently 759 sq ft.

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