
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $500 (63 Rentals)
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226 Highland Park Dr, Unit 228B

University Garden

360 Oak St, Unit B

The Grove at Five Points

The Oaks - Athens

Eclipse on Broad

Cambridge Apartments

The View at Noda

The Pointe
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Legacy of Athens Apartments

101 Cooper Springs Ct

1605 Cedar Shoals Dr

110 Jockey Club Dr

655 E Campus Rd, Unit #15

421 West

Highland Park

Lexington Heights

108 St Andrews Ct

129 Pineview Dr
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127 Pineview Dr

Arch + Vine

600-602 Freeman Dr

191 Smokerise Ct, Unit 1

160 W Paces Dr

111 Vintage Ct

185.5 O Farrell St

115 Vintage Ct

394 S Pope St, Unit 4
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Ascent Athens

Hidden Pines

Serene at Northside

Downtown Athens Condos!

1287 Shoals Apartments

165 Talmadge St, Unit 4

230 China St

170-174 Hart Ave

623 Whitehall Rd

Mi Casa Apartments
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College Glen Condominiums

425 Hill St

North Grove Apartments

105 Loblolly Dr

Waterbury Apartment Community

Deer Park

Brighton Park Apartments

Royal Oaks Townhomes

Timberline Duplexes

Arbor Creek Apartments
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East Athens, Athens, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Athens Studio Apartments | $1,341 | $838 | $1,835 |
| East Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $650 | $2,882 |
| East Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $525 | $4,220 |
| East Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $545 | $5,776 |
| East Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $535 | $3,200 |
| East Athens 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,884 | $1,100 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA.
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Cheapest Available East Athens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Athens area of Athens, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hill Apartment Complex priced from $695. Farmer's Exchange Athens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable East 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 |
| Farmer's Exchange Athens | 6BR/2.5BA | 6BR,2BA | $695 |
| University Garden | 1x1500 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Polo Club Athens | 4-4thq | 4BR,4BA | $814 |
| The Grove at Five Points | Studio 350 | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| The Oaks - Athens | 1BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Flat | 4BR,4BA | $859 |
| Cambridge Apartments | The Lynnwood | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Athens, GA
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Athens apartment is the 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Athens Ridge starting at $749 with a $0.36 price per square foot in the South Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East 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 |
| Athens Ridge | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.36 |
| Arch Street Condominiums | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.60 |
| Highland Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| 226 Highland Park Dr, Unit 228B | 226 Highland Park Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Enclave 425 | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
| Riverbend Club Apartments | 2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| The Lodge of Athens | 2x2 A - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Reserve at Athens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Athens. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Athens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Athens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Athens is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Athens?
The cheapest apartment in East Athens is The Hill Apartment Complex which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in East Athens costs $1,882.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 104 regular apartments in East 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 East Athens?
Cheap apartments in East Athens have an average cost of $609 which is $1,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Athens.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
