
Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA from $500 (13 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in Athens.
Cheap Apartments in Athens.


Eclipse on Broad

Legacy Mill

Beechwood Pines

The Fairways at Jennings Mill

Ascent Athens
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Twenty35 at Timothy Woods

Waterbury Apartment Community

Tallassee Ridge

Columbia Brookside Classic Residences

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Studio Apartments | $1,351 | $760 | $1,835 |
| Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $650 | $3,757 |
| Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $525 | $4,220 |
| Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $799 | $5,949 |
| Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $525 | $3,945 |
| Athens 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,100 | $3,400 |
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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 $985.
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 $7,234.
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 2,604 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 $1,055 which is $6,179 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Athens.
Expert Rental Resources
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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.