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421 W Hancock AveAthens, GA 30601
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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 | $1,397 | $818 | $1,725 |
| Downtown Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $650 | $2,980 |
| Downtown Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $974 | $4,105 |
| Downtown Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $814 | $4,425 |
| Downtown Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $725 | $4,400 |
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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 4 Beds unit found at Polo Club Athens priced from $789. University Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $818. Here are the most affordable Downtown Athens apartments for rent in Athens, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polo Club Athens | 4-4thq | 4BR,4BA | $789 |
| University Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $818 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Flat | 4BR,4BA | $1,035 |
| The View at Noda | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,093 |
| Athens Highlands | 2Br/1Br | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 421 West | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Pinewood | Noble | 3BR,1BA | $1,273 |
| Arch & Vine | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1,293 |
| Serene at Northside | The Flowering Crepe Myrtle | 3BR,2BA | $1,299 |
| Georgia Green | 2 beds 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, GA
As of June 09, 2025 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 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 Downtown Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Ridge Apartments | Campus Ridge Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
| Arch Street Condominiums | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.68 |
| Serene at Northside | The Flowering Crepe Myrtle | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| The Standard | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.14 |
| The View at Noda | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Arch & Vine | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Georgia Green | 2 beds 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Lodge of Athens | 2x2 B - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Polo Club Athens | 2-2fd | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Georgia and customized analysis for Central Athens, GA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Downtown Athens Neighborhood in Athens, GA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 $1,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Athens?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Athens is University Garden which is listed at $904, while the average apartment in Downtown Athens costs $1,595.
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 125 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 $793 which is $802 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Athens.
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