
Cheap Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA from $500 (89 Rentals)
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The Hill Apartment Complex

490 S Barnett Shoals Rd

490 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Unit 708

295 Vincent Dr

Grove at Five Points

University Garden

University Oaks

The Pointe

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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130 Cole

The Oaks - Athens

Eclipse on Broad

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Legacy of Athens Apartments

Westside Commons

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Arbor Ridge

Athens Highlands

Cascades on the River

169 W Paces Dr
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

164 Scandia Cir, Unit 2x2

285 Scandia Cir, Unit 2x2

421 West

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Georgia Green Townhome Apartments

106 Oak Park Ct

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586 Franklin St

125 St Andrews Ct, Unit 127

1287 Shoals Apartments

Lexington Heights

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394 S Pope St
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Hidden Pines

Arch + Vine

Rosemary Place

Westpark Club

Downtown Athens Condos!

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1 Jefferson Pl, Unit #5

285 Sycamore Dr, Unit 2

Red Oak Village

High Ridge Apartments

One Athens
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Ascent Athens

The Fairways at Jennings Mill

Legacy Mill

2505 W Broad St, Unit 323

Highland Park

270 Strickland Ave, Unit A

The Woodlands of Athens

361 Bridgewater Cir

425 Peabody St

105 Loblolly Dr
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Athens, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Studio Apartments | $1,237 | $773 | $1,795 |
| Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $650 | $2,865 |
| Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $665 | $3,210 |
| Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $599 | $4,881 |
| Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $500 | $3,700 |
| Athens 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $958 | $2,975 |
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Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Athens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Athens is under $1,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Athens?
The cheapest apartment in Athens is The Hill Apartment Complex which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Athens costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Athens?
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 976 regular apartments in Athens 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?
Cheap apartments in Athens have an average cost of $691 which is $1,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Athens.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.