
Cheap Homes for Rent in Athens, GA from $500 (23 Rentals)
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210 Bridgewater Way

100 Bridgewater Cir

261 Fern Ridge Ct
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249 Fern Ridge Ct

135 Appleby Dr

2010 Lakeside Dr

490 S Barnett Shoals Rd

161 Kim Chase Rd, Unit A

111 E Paces Dr

165 Mill Center Blvd, Unit 206

727 W Vincent Dr

240 Brookstone Dr
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376 Washington Dr

571 Whitehead Rd

107 Sartain Dr

120 Boley Dr

155 Sycamore Ln

332 Edgewood Dr

120 Sayemore Dr
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102 Sayemore Dr

297 Peabody St
Athens, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Athens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,540 | $995 | $3,900 |
Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,895 | $550 | $3,000 |
Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,361 | $500 | $6,000 |
Athens 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,842 | $1,800 | $5,500 |
Athens 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,125 | $3,750 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Athens, GA
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Athens, GA area range in price from $525 to $7,200 with an overall median price of $2,549. The three Athens neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Beechwood at $800, Five Points at $525, and Kingswood at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Athens Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Beechwood | $1,350 | $800 | 59 |
Five Points | $1,437 | $525 | 16 |
Kingswood | $1,525 | $800 | 135 |
River Club | $1,595 | $525 | 160 |
Epps Bridge | $1,735 | $800 | 87 |
UGA | $2,025 | $525 | 102 |
Cedar Creek | $2,200 | $774 | 39 |
University Heights | $2,200 | $525 | 145 |
East Athens | $2,587 | $525 | 254 |
Eastside Athens | $2,587 | $525 | 171 |
Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, GA is a 3 Beds unit found at Linden Lane in the South Lumpkin neighborhood priced from $775. University Oaks in the Boulevard neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Linden Lane | 3 bed 3 bath flats | 3BR,3BA | $775 |
University Oaks | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
University Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $868 |
The Oaks - Athens | 1BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Westside Commons | 1 Bed 1 Bath Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Athens apartment is the 5x3.5 Model at Highland Park Townhomes starting at $2,200 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Campus Ridge Apartments | Campus Ridge Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
Highland Park Townhomes | 5x3.5 | 5BR,3.5BA | $1.14 |
Arch Street Condominiums | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
The Oaks - Athens | 3 BR/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Serene at Northside | The Crepe Myrtle | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Royal Springs Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Red Oak Village | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
The Lodge of Athens | 2x2 B - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Riverbend Club Apartments | 2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 2BR,2BA | $0.64 |
One Athens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Athens
What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?
There are currently 263 Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA with pricing that ranges from $525 to $7,200. There are also 218 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $500 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Athens?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Athens ranges from $500 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,169.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Athens?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Athens range from $775 to $7,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $760.
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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