Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, MI from $500 (23 Rentals)

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Riverwalk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Apartments

595 WagnerBattle Creek, MI 49017
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74 Union St S

Battle CreekMI49017
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Victorian Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Victorian Gardens

1317 West Michigan Ave WBattle Creek, MI 49037

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Enchanted Glen
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Enchanted Glen

466 S Burr Oak RdColon, MI 49040
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Athens, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Liberty Commons Townhomes and Apartments priced from $678. Georgetown Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Liberty Commons Townhomes and Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$678
Georgetown EstatesOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$800
Hidden Lane Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Forest Hills Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, MI and Nearby

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 bedroom, 2nd floor Model at Eagles Ridge Apartments in the starting from $1,505. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 3 Bed/1 Bath Model at Wyndtree Townhomes starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 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.
Eagles Ridge Apartments3 bedroom, 2nd floor3BR,1.5BA$1.25
Wyndtree Townhomes3 Bed/1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.00
Brookstone ApartmentsBrook2BR,2BA$0.96
McClellan Estates IIITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Arbors of Battle Creek Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom - 880 sqft2BR,1BA$1.05
Liberty Commons Townhomes and Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.84
Fox Grove Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodel1BR,1BA$1.19
Forest Hills Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.18
Georgetown EstatesOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.23
Hidden Lane Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29

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Getting Around Athens, MI

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $678 at Liberty Commons Townhomes and Apartments.

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 $719 at Liberty Commons Townhomes and Apartments.

What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Liberty Commons Townhomes and Apartments and starts from $814.

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