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The Hill Apartment Complex
215 China StAthens, GA 30605
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Athens, GA from $500 (13 Rentals)
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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
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$950 - $1,4101 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Oaks - Athens
175 Woodlake PlAthens, GA 30605
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$965 - $1,2921 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cambridge Apartments
360 Piccadilly SqAthens, GA 30605
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$975 - $1,2491 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 16
The Pointe
750 Gaines School RdAthens, GA 30605
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$1,029 - $1,5491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Legacy of Athens Apartments
100 Ashley CirAthens, GA 30605
205 Whitehall Rd, Unit 205
205 Whitehall Rd
AthensGA30605
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$1,109 - $2,1151 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1287 Shoals Apartments
1287 Cedar Shoals DrAthens, GA 30605
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$1,165 - $1,2252 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lexington Heights
301 Highland DrAthens, GA 30605
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$1,195 - $1,7952 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Highland Park
201 Highland Park DrAthens, GA 30605
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425 S Church St, Unit Church Street Carriage Apt
425 S Church StAthens, GA 30605
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Arbor Creek Apartments
155 International DrAthens, GA 30605
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University Heights, Athens, GA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Studio Apartments | $1,398 | $791 | $1,795 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $650 | $2,865 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $665 | $3,180 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $625 | $2,475 |
| University Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $549 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Athens, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hill Apartment Complex priced from $650. River Club Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $654. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Athens, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Hill Apartment Complex | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| River Club Apartments | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $654 |
| Grove at Five Points | Studio 280 | Studio,1BA | $791 |
| Polo Club Athens | 4-4thq | 4BR,4BA | $806 |
| The Oaks - Athens | 1BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, GA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights 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 University Heights apartment is the 3bed Model at Arch Street Condominiums starting at $1,795 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights 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 |
| Arch Street Condominiums | 3bed | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
| Highland Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| The Reserve at Athens | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.39 |
| Polo Club Athens | 3-3thd | 3BR,3BA | $0.68 |
| The Redland Apartments | 4 Bedroom Flat | 4BR,2BA | $0.41 |
| Enclave 425 | D1-Premium | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| 220 Mark Twain Cir | 220 Mark Twain Cir | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Riverbend Club Apartments | 2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 2BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| River Club Apartments | 2x2 Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Heights is under $1,165.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Heights?
The cheapest apartment in University Heights is The Hill Apartment Complex which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in University Heights costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Heights?
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 77 regular apartments in University Heights 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 University Heights?
Cheap apartments in University Heights have an average cost of $728 which is $647 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Heights.
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