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Athens, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $462. The Hickcox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $630. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$462
The Hickcox CollectionThe HickoxStudio,1BA$630
Safe Harbor PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$675
Denison PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Morton Street Apartments1 bed one bath1BR,1BA$690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, IL and Nearby

As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Prairie Vista in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath (I) Model at Brainard Landings Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Athens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie Vista2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Brainard Landings ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath (I)3BR,2BA$0.75
Ravenwood TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$0.88
3TENB12BR,1BA$1.12
New Eastlawn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 2BD2BR,1BA$1.06
Denison PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
CandlesA11BR,1BA$1.10
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$0.84

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Getting Around Athens, IL

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Athens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Athens is at The Hickcox Collection listed at $628.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Athens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Athens is starting from $515 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.