Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA from $500 (63 Rentals)

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Mi Casa Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mi Casa Apartments

112 E Cloverhurst AveAthens, GA 30605
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Bulldog Crossing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bulldog Crossing

148 Old Will Hunter RdAthens, GA 30606
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425 Hill St
2 Bedroom Apartments

425 Hill St

425 Hill StAthens, GA 30601
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105 Loblolly Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

105 Loblolly Dr

105 Loblolly DrAthens, GA 30601
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Arbor Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Creek Apartments

155 International DrAthens, GA 30605
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Deer Park
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park

160 Fawn DrAthens, GA 30605
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Royal Oaks Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Oaks Townhomes

1197 Cedar Shoals DrAthens, GA 30605
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Tallassee Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tallassee Ridge

Rustwood DrAthens, GA 30606
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Athens, GA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Athens, GA

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Athens, GA area range in price from $500 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $3,220. The three Athens neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Circles at $1,300, Cedar Creek at $800, and Boulevard at $1,225. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Athens Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
The Circles$1,650$1,3001
Cedar Creek$1,995$80014
Boulevard$2,090$1,2252
River Club$2,300$1,4752
University Heights$2,400$1,3502
Beechwood$2,425$1,25011
Epps Bridge$2,425$1,30014
Northeast Athens$2,440$50012
Normaltown$2,500$1,4006
Baxter$2,800$1,2502

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, GA is a 3 Beds unit found at Linden Lane in the South Lumpkin neighborhood priced from $775. University Oaks in the Boulevard neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Linden Lane3 bed 3 bath flats3BR,3BA$775
University OaksAzalea1BR,1BA$800
University GardenStudioStudio,1BA$868
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath1BR,1BA$949
Westside Commons1 Bed 1 Bath Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,020
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,060
Legacy of Athens ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,125
Cambridge ApartmentsThe Milton2BR,2BA$1,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.80 price per square foot Campus Ridge Townhouse Model at Campus Ridge Apartments in the in the Eastside Athens neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 5x3.5 Model at Highland Park Townhomes starting at $2,200 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Eastside 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.
Campus Ridge ApartmentsCampus Ridge Townhouse4BR,4BA$0.80
Highland Park Townhomes5x3.55BR,3.5BA$1.14
Arch Street Condominiums2 Beds, 2.5 baths2BR,2.5BA$0.94
The Oaks - Athens3 BR/2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.00
Royal Springs Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.13
130 Cumberland Ct, Unit 135 Cumberland Ct130 Cumberland Ct1BR,1BA$0.88
Red Oak VillageTownhome2BR,2.5BA$1.15
The Lodge of Athens2x2 B - Deluxe2BR,2BA$0.95
Riverbend Club Apartments2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom)2BR,2BA$0.64
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.18

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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 Cheap Athens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Athens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Athens is at University Garden listed at $868.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $800 at University Oaks.

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 $990 at University Oaks.

What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Linden Lane and starts from $775.

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