Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baxter Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $500 (35 Rentals)

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Arbor Ridge
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$1,037 - $1,643
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$1,037 - $1,643
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Arbor Ridge

150 Chateau TerAthens, GA 30606
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Twenty35
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twenty35

480 S Milledge AveAthens, GA 30605

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Mathis Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mathis Apartments

1510 S Lumpkin StAthens, GA 30605
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property at 258 Magnolia St

$1,300

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258 Magnolia St

AthensGA30606
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Baxter, Athens, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Baxter Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baxter area of Athens, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hill Apartment Complex priced from $695. River Club Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $714. Here are the most affordable Baxter apartments for rent in Athens, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hill Apartment Complex1 Bedroom Remodeled1BR,1BA$695
River Club Apartments4x44BR,4BA$714
Farmer's Exchange Athens3 Bed 2 Bath 2103BR,2BA$761
University GardenStudioStudio,1BA$838
The Grove at Five PointsStudio 350Studio,1BA$849
Eclipse on BroadThe Flat4BR,4BA$885
University OaksAzalea1BR,1BA$905
130 ColeStudio AStudio,1BA$999
One Athens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Classic1BR,1BA$1,010
Athens Highlands2Br/1Ba- 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baxter, GA

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Baxter 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 Baxter apartment is the 2 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Arch Street Condominiums starting at $1,695 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baxter apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Campus Ridge ApartmentsCampus Ridge Townhouse4BR,4BA$0.80
Arch Street Condominiums2 Beds, 2.5 baths2BR,2.5BA$0.94
Eclipse on BroadThe Townhome4BR,4.5BA$0.61
Westside Commons3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.10
High Ridge ApartmentsCamellia2BR,2BA$1.10
Enclave 425D34BR,4BA$0.46
Red Oak VillageTownhome2BR,2.5BA$1.06
Riverbend Club Apartments2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom)2BR,2BA$0.64
River Club Apartments2x2 Deluxe2BR,2BA$0.80
The Lodge of Athens2x2 A - Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.10

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Baxter, Athens, GA

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Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baxter Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Baxter?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Baxter is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baxter?

The cheapest apartment in Baxter is The Hill Apartment Complex which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Baxter costs $1,464.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baxter?

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 93 regular apartments in Baxter 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 Baxter?

Cheap apartments in Baxter have an average cost of $597 which is $867 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baxter.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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