2240 Lakeside Dr
AthensGA30605
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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2180 Lakeside Dr
AthensGA30605
2140 Lakeside Dr
AthensGA30605
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$791 - $1,629Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Grove at Five Points
2085 S Milledge AveAthens, GA 30605
1055 College Station Rd
AthensGA30605
205 Whitehall Rd, Unit 205
205 Whitehall Rd
AthensGA30605
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129 Pineview Dr
AthensGA30606
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Fiddler's Green Apartments
285 Old Will Hunter RdAthens, GA 30606
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Carousel Village Apartments
1907 S Milledge AveAthens, GA 30605
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Arbor Creek Apartments
155 International DrAthens, GA 30605
625 Venita Dr
AthensGA30606
1063 Kings Mill Run N
AthensGA30606
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1905 S Milledge Ave
AthensGA30605
2018 S Milledge Ave
AthensGA30605
121 Mark Twain Cir
AthensGA30605
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
South Hampton Terrace / South Hampton Village
2160 S Milledge AveAthens, GA 30605
100 Woodstone Dr
AthensGA30605
1001 Alpine Ct
AthensGA30606
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South Athens, Athens, GA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Athens Studio Apartments | $955 | $791 | $1,179 |
| South Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $1,083 | $1,499 |
| South Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $640 | $2,200 |
| South Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $669 | $2,760 |
| South Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $766 | $500 | $1,999 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA.
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Cheapest Available South Athens Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Athens area of Athens, GA is a Studio unit found at Grove at Five Points priced from $791. WHITEHALL LANDING has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable South Athens apartments for rent in Athens, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove at Five Points | Studio 280 | Studio, 1BA | $791 |
| WHITEHALL LANDING | Whitehall Landing Townhomes | 3BR, 2BA | $1,475 |
| Puritan Mill | The Milledge | 2BR, 2BA | $1,990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Athens, GA
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Athens area is the $0.33 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Athens Ridge in the South Athens neighborhood starting from $699. The second greatest value South Athens apartment is the Whitehall Landing Townhomes Model at WHITEHALL LANDING in the Eastside Athens neighborhood starting at $1,475 with a $1.00 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Ridge | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR, 4.5BA | $0.33 |
| WHITEHALL LANDING | Whitehall Landing Townhomes | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.00 |
| The Reserve at Athens | 4x4 | 4BR, 4BA | $0.39 |
| The Redland Apartments | 4 Bedroom Flat | 4BR, 2BA | $0.41 |
| Enclave 425 | D1-Premium | 4BR, 2BA | $0.50 |
| Puritan Mill | The Milledge | 2BR, 2.5BA | $1.90 |
| Riverbend Club Apartments | 2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 2BR, 2BA | $0.67 |
| River Club Apartments | 2x2 Deluxe | 2BR, 2BA | $0.76 |
| Arches On The Lake Student Living | B1-Premium | 2BR, 1BA | $1.01 |
| Grove at Five Points | Studio 280 | Studio, 1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Athens Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 26 regular apartments in South 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 South Athens?
Cheap apartments in South Athens have an average cost of $973 which is $0 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Athens.
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.