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Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $700 (14 Rentals)
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211 North Ave, Unit 1333
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36 Holman Ave
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172 Hart Ave
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723 Baxter St
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297 Peabody St
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436 Hill St
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235 Ruth St
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210 Appleby Dr
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270 Strickland Ave, Unit A
270 Strickland Ave
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285 Savannah Ave
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253 Springdale St
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Downtown Athens, Athens, GA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Athens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,543 | $750 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,086 | $800 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,853 | $1,750 | $4,250 |
| Downtown Athens 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA.
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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 $695. University Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $904. Here are the most affordable Downtown Athens apartments for rent in Athens, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hill Apartment Complex | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| University Garden | 1x1cc | 1BR,1BA | $904 |
| Georgia Green Townhome Apartments | 2 beds 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Pinewood | Noble | 3BR,1BA | $1,273 |
| Downtown Athens Condos! | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, GA
As of June 25, 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 3AX Model at Arch + Vine starting at $1,809 with a $1.31 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 + Vine | 3AX | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Archer Apartments | Archer 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,3BA | $0.44 |
| Accolade Athens Off Campus Housing | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
| Downtown Athens Condos! | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Georgia Green Townhome Apartments | 2 beds 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Royal Springs Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Pinewood | Noble | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| The Lodge of Athens | 2x2 A - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| The Hill Apartment Complex | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Athens
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Athens?
There are currently 111 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, GA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,700. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Athens ranging from $725 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 $725 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,727.
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 $599 to $3,445, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $500.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.