Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $500 (9 Rentals)

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162 Ruth Dr

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Downtown Athens, Athens, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Athens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Athens area of Athens, GA is a 6 Beds unit found at Farmer's Exchange Athens priced from $725. University Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $838. Here are the most affordable Downtown Athens apartments for rent in Athens, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Farmer's Exchange Athens6BR/2.5BA6BR,2BA$725
University GardenStudioStudio,1BA$838
Eclipse on BroadThe Flat4BR,4BA$1,035

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, GA

As of September 10, 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 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$0.68
435 N Church St, Unit #3435 N Church St2BR,1BA$1.21
Arch + Vine2AX2BR,2BA$1.38
Georgia Green Townhome Apartments2 beds 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Royal Springs Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.39
Athens Highlands2Br/1Br 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.28
586 Franklin St, Unit #4586 Franklin St1BR,1BA$1.31
The Lodge of Athens2x2 A - Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Athens, Athens, GA

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Athens

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Athens?

There are currently 105 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, GA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,425. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Athens ranging from $500 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Athens?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Athens ranges from $500 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,500.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Athens?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Athens range from $745 to $4,425, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $761.

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