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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $545 (43 Rentals)
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$650 - $6951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Hill Apartment Complex
215 China StAthens, GA 30605
211 North Ave, Unit 1333
211 North Ave
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$823 - $1,150Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
University Garden
189 Baxter DrAthens, GA 30606
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$900 - $1,0994 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Eclipse on Broad
805 E Broad StAthens, GA 30601
260.5 Holman Ave
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$1,100 - $1,5001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
The View at Noda
101 Madison AveAthens, GA 30601
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$1,100
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Base Rent$1,100
Total Monthly Price$1,100
559 Pulaski St, Unit 1
559 Pulaski StAthens, GA 30601
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558 Pulaski St
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$1,150
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Base Rent$1,150
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586 Franklin St, Unit #10
586 Franklin StAthens, GA 30606
323 The Plaza
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421 West
421 W Hancock AveAthens, GA 30601
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$1,175 - $1,225
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Georgia Green Townhome Apartments
700 Fourth StAthens, GA 30601
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$1,199 - $2,1091 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Arch + Vine
105 Oak Hill DrAthens, GA 30601
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$1,200 - $1,2502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Downtown Athens Condos!
125 Berlin StAthens, GA 30601
1465 E Broad St
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$1,200
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425 S Church St, Unit Church Street Carriage Apt
425 S Church StAthens, GA 30605
150 Buena Vista Ave
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Athens Highlands
537 Fourth StAthens, GA 30601
290 Appleby Dr, Unit 257
290 Appleby Dr
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50 Springdale St
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Mi Casa Apartments
112 E Cloverhurst AveAthens, GA 30605
220 Bridgewater Way
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2 Bedroom Apartments
436 Hill St
436 Hill StAthens, GA 30601
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
North Grove
198 Old Hull RdAthens, GA 30601
36 Holman Ave
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Athens Highlands
537 4th StAthens, GA 30601
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Cobbham Oaks Apartments
920 W Hancock AveAthens, GA 30606
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Stonecrest Apartments
145 North AveAthens, GA 30601
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Twenty35
480 S Milledge AveAthens, GA 30605
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The Woods at Walker Park
690 4th StAthens, GA 30601
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Dearing Garden Apartments
329 Dearing StAthens, GA 30605
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
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.
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Riverview
1020 College AveAthens, GA 30601
250 Little St
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Royal Springs Apartments
400 Springdale StAthens, GA 30606
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Pinewood
288 Bailey StAthens, GA 30605
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Mathis Apartments
1510 S Lumpkin StAthens, GA 30605
1055 Baxter St
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134 Dallas St
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Two Bedroom To Call Home in Normaltown
136 Grady AveAthens, GA 30601
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Normal Heights Apartments
176 Georgia AveAthens, GA 30606
460 S Barnett Shoals Rd
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145 Herring 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 |
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| 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 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Athens Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Athens area of Athens, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hill Apartment Complex priced from $650. Farmer's Exchange Athens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Athens apartments for rent in Athens, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Hill Apartment Complex | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Farmer's Exchange Athens | Farmers Exchange 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $795 |
| University Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $823 |
| North Grove | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $836 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Flat | 4BR,4BA | $900 |
| Georgia Green Townhome Apartments | 2 beds 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Downtown Athens Condos! | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Riverview | 1020 College Avenue - Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, GA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Athens apartment is the The Townhome Model at Eclipse on Broad starting at $1,099 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Campus Ridge Apartments | Campus Ridge Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.66 |
| Accolade Athens Off Campus Housing | D4-A | 4BR,4BA | $0.84 |
| Archer Apartments | Archer 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,3BA | $0.44 |
| Farmer's Exchange Athens | 207 | 3BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Downtown Athens Condos! | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Georgia Green Townhome Apartments | 2 beds 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Royal Springs Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Lodge of Athens | 2x2 A - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| The Hill Apartment Complex | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Athens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Athens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Athens is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Athens?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Athens is The Hill Apartment Complex which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Downtown Athens costs $1,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 50 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Athens?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Athens have an average cost of $851 which is $624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Athens.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.