Cheap Homes for Rent in South Athens Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available South Athens Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Club Apartments4x44BR,4BA$714
Grove at Five PointsStudio 300Studio,1BA$791

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Athens, GA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Athens area is the $0.36 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Athens Ridge in the in the South Athens neighborhood starting from $749. The second greatest value South Athens apartment is the 4x4 Model at The Reserve at Athens starting at $639 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Athens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Athens Ridge4 Bedroom Townhouse4BR,4.5BA$0.36
The Reserve at Athens4x44BR,4BA$0.46
River Club Apartments4x4 Deluxe4BR,4BA$0.53
1905 S Milledge Ave, Unit Unit 81905 S Milledge Ave2BR,2.5BA$1.55
Grove at Five PointsStudio 300Studio ,1BA$2.64

Frequently Asked Questions about South Athens

What type of rentals are currently available in South Athens?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in South Athens, GA with pricing that ranges from $560 to $2,760. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Athens ranging from $200 to $4,865.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Athens ranges from $200 to $4,865 with an average monthly rent of $2,211.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Athens range from $724 to $2,760, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $560.

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.