
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA (159 Rentals)


Arch Street Condominiums

The Lodge of Athens

The View at Noda

Athens Highlands

University Garden

The 1785 Club Athens

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Accolade Athens Off Campus Housing

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Georgia Green Townhome Apartments

The Wright House
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1030 Dr Martin Luther King Pky

1280 Oconee St

Flats at Carrs Hill

Arch + Vine

Archer Apartments

The Mill District

Campus Ridge Apartments

Downtown Athens Condos!

421 West

Eclipse on Broad
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The Hill Apartment Complex

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584 N Milledge Ave, Unit 584 N Milledge

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425 S Church St, Unit Church Street Carriage Apt

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586 Franklin St, Unit #10

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559 Pulaski St, Unit 1

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492 N Thomas St, Unit 492

159 E Cloverhurst Ave, Unit 8

290 Appleby Dr, Unit 257

275 Arch Street

165 Hiawassee Ave
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175 Herring St

836 College Ave

160 Second Street

211 North Ave, Unit 1333

239 Ruth St

558 Pulaski St

260.5 Holman Ave

150 Buena Vista Ave

50 Springdale St

290 Appleby Dr
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1465 E Broad St

492 N Thomas St

323 The Plaza

382 N Chase St

430 Cleveland Ave

792 Little Oconee St

129 North Ave

135 Cohen St

156 Strickland Ave

250 Little St
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Downtown Athens, Athens, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Athens Studio Apartments | $1,564 | $823 | $1,795 |
| Downtown Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $650 | $2,865 |
| Downtown Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,649 | $799 | $3,180 |
| Downtown Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $599 | $3,200 |
| Downtown Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $900 | $3,700 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,681 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,866 | $625 | $2,800 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,031 | $2,200 | $4,250 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $4,708 | $3,925 | $5,500 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $5,200 | $4,800 | $5,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Athens, Athens, GA
Ranked #17
Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Athens. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog and cat owners, listen up! this area is known as one of the A-list neighborhoods for renters with pets, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Athens
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Athens area of Athens, GA?
As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 159 available Downtown Athens apartments priced from $599 to $3,700, with an average monthly rent of $1,656.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Athens?
There are currently 8 Studio Apartments in Downtown Athens with rent ranges from $823 to $1,795 with an average price of $1,564.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Athens Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Athens ranges from $650 to $2,865 with an average monthly rent of $1,548.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Athens cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Athens range from $799 to $3,180. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,649.
How expensive are Downtown Athens Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Athens on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $599 to $3,200 - averaging $1,799 for the location.
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