Cheap Homes for Rent in East Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $300 (55 Rentals)

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East Athens, Athens, GA Local Guide

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 $725. Here are the most affordable East Athens apartments for rent in Athens, GA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hill Apartment Complex1 Bedroom Remodeled1BR,1BA$695
Farmer's Exchange Athens6BR/2.5BA6BR,2BA$725
Linden Lane3 bed 3 bath flats3BR,3BA$775
University Garden1x1500Studio,1BA$831
The Oaks - Athens1BR/1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Polo Club Athens4-4thq4BR,4BA$854
The Grove at Five PointsStudio 350Studio,1BA$869
Eclipse on BroadThe Flat4BR,4BA$1,005
Cambridge ApartmentsThe Lynnwood1BR,1BA$1,015
Legacy of Athens ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Athens, GA

As of November 08, 2025 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 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 East 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$0.67
Highland Park3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths3BR,2.5BA$1.02
WHITEHALL LANDINGWhitehall Landing Townhomes3BR,2.5BA$1.00
Enclave 425D34BR,4BA$0.54
Flats at Carrs Hill3x33BR,3BA$0.80
The Oaks - Athens2 BR/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Riverbend Club Apartments2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom)2BR,2BA$0.64
The Reserve at Athens2x22BR,2BA$0.99

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East Athens, Athens, GA

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Athens

What type of rentals are currently available in East Athens?

There are currently 224 Apartments for Rent in East Athens, GA with pricing that ranges from $515 to $16,786. There are also 278 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Athens ranging from $375 to $5,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Athens ranges from $375 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,268.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Athens range from $745 to $4,558, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $665 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $515.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.