1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA (113 Rentals)

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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: September 29, 2025

There are currently 1606 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Athens, GA that range in price from $650 to $2,850. North Athens, Normaltown and Westside Athens 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 Athens126$1,480$650
Normaltown125$1,470$650
Westside Athens120$1,388$800
The Circles116$1,480$650
Cobbham111$1,375$650
Baxter109$1,354$650
East Athens105$1,510$650
Boulevard102$1,385$650
Milledge96$1,510$650
Pulaski Heights88$1,550$650

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. 1287 Shoals Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,091 square feet and currently listed start at $1,428. 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
1287 Shoals ApartmentsRenovated Jasmine1,091 Sq Ft$1,428
Lullwater at Jennings Milla31,006 Sq Ft$1,510
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath950 Sq Ft$979
Grand PreserveOne Bedroom928 Sq Ft$1,605
High Ridge ApartmentsThe Azalea925 Sq Ft$1,296
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated900 Sq Ft$960
The Woods at Normaltown1X1875 Sq Ft$1,139
Twenty35 at Timothy WoodsA2830 Sq Ft$1,418

Cheapest Available Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Athens, GA is the 1 Bedroom Remodeled Model starting from $695 at The Hill Apartment Complex in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. The second most affordable Athens 1 Bedroom is the Azalea Model at University Oaks starting at $800 in the Boulevard neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Athens is currently $1,415. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Athens:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Hill Apartment Complex1 Bedroom Remodeled$695
University OaksAzalea$800
University Garden1x1hr$904
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Classic$960
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath$979
Clarke Gardens Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,012
Westside Commons1 Bed 1 Bath Deluxe$1,020
Legacy of Athens ApartmentsA1$1,125
The Woods at Normaltown1X1$1,139
Cascades on the River1 Bedroom, 1 bath$1,150

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 The Hill Apartment Complex listed at $695.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Athens is $1,415.

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 1,056 sq ft.

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