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HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS
13050 Hawks Nest RdAthens, OH 45701
15 S Shafer St, Unit 2005, Unit 2005
15 S Shafer St
AthensOH45701
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18 S Court St
14-18 S Court StAthens, OH 45701
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$695 - $750
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4 Bedroom Apartment Available May 10Total Monthly Price
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12 E Carpenter St
12 E Carpenter StAthens, OH 45701
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$707 - $9151 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kershaw Greene III
9327 State Route 682Athens, OH 45701
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Monticello Village
6 Monticello DrAthens, OH 45701
64 Franklin Ave
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127 W State St
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186 W Washington St
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98 Hudson Ave
AthensOH45701
100 Hudson Ave
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Putnam Square Apartments
24 Home StAthens, OH 45701
120 N Congress St
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Kershaw Greene I
9309 OH-682Athens, OH 45701
116 N Congress St
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Kershaw Greene II
8278 Luhrig RdAthens, OH 45701
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Spreading Oaks Village
7140 Selby RdAthens, OH 45701
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30-34 Hickory St
30-34 Hickory StAthens, OH 45701
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197 W State St
197 W State StAthens, OH 45701
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101 S Shafer St
101 S Shafer StAthens, OH 45701
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$850
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65 Main St
65 Main StThe Plains, OH 45780
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$900
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68 E 1st St, Unit 2 Bedroom, Unit 2 Bedroom
68 E 1st StThe Plains, OH 45780
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215 S Ewing St
LancasterOH43130
338 N Columbus St
LancasterOH43130
2 W 2nd St
The PlainsOH45780
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Athens, OH Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Athens Studio Apartments | $925 | $925 | $925 |
| Cheap Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $929 | $450 | $1,335 |
| Cheap Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,172 | $675 | $1,524 |
| Cheap Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $550 | $2,235 |
| Cheap Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $962 | $575 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS priced from $450. Kershaw Greene III has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $707. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
| Kershaw Greene III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $707 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $736 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $736 |
| Campus Heights Student | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Monticello Village | 2x1.5 966 | 2BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Mill Street Village | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,524 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.46 price per square foot Three bedroom apartment Model at 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU in the starting from $550. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 57 Elmwood Pl Model at 57 Elmwood Pl, Unit Main House starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 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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| 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| 57 Elmwood Pl, Unit Main House | 57 Elmwood Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Monticello Village | 2x1.5 966 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 3869 Ladd Ridge Rd, Unit B | 3869 Ladd Ridge Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 21 S Court St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Mill Street Village | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Kershaw Greene III | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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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 $450 at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS.
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 $675 at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS.
What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monticello Village and starts from $1,620.
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