
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, IL from $300 (21 Rentals)
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Lincoln Senior Flats

The Hickox Collection

Hunter Glen Apartments

Safe Harbor Properties

Brainard Landings Apartments
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Morton Street Apartments

Whispering Pines Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments
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3500 N Dirksen Pkwy

853 S Douglas Ave

1115 N 14th St

619 S Walnut St
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524 E Ridgely Ave

155 S Durkin Dr

811 S State St
Athens, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Athens Studio Apartments | $651 | $628 | $875 |
Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $958 | $331 | $3,000 |
Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $389 | $3,000 |
Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,245 | $3,000 |
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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 Hickox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $628. 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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Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $628 |
Morton Street Apartments | 1 bed one bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, IL and Nearby
As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.17 price per square foot CP Townhome 3BR Model at Cobblestone Place in the starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove starting at $1,450 with a $1.09 price per square foot . 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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Cobblestone Place | CP Townhome 3BR | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
721 South Grand Ave W | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 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 Hickox 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.
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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