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Kershaw Greene II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kershaw Greene II

8278 Luhrig RdAthens, OH 45701

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30-34 Hickory St
2 Bedroom Apartments

30-34 Hickory St

30-34 Hickory StAthens, OH 45701
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197 W State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

197 W State St

197 W State StAthens, OH 45701
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101 S Shafer St
1 Bedroom Apartments

101 S Shafer St

101 S Shafer StAthens, OH 45701
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Athens, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS priced from $675. Kershaw Greene II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $788. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENSTwo bed2BR,2BA$675
Kershaw Greene II2 bdr2BR,1BA$788
Kershaw Greene IIITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$811
Beaumont Greene2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$823
Kershaw Greene I3 bdr3BR,2BA$893
Monticello Village2x1.5 9662BR,1BA$1,210
The Summit at Coates Run1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.40 price per square foot 18 W State St Model at 18 W State St, Unit 18 1/2 in the starting from $600. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the Three bedroom apartment Model at 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU starting at $550 with a $0.46 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.
18 W State St, Unit 18 1/218 W State St5BR,2BA$0.40
152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OUThree bedroom apartment3BR,1BA$0.46
Kershaw Greene I3 bdr3BR,2BA$0.80
Monticello Village2x1.5 9662BR,1.5BA$1.25
Kershaw Greene IIITwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Kershaw Greene II2 bdr2BR,1BA$0.93
16 W State St, Unit 16 W State St16 W State St3BR,1BA$0.71
Beaumont Greene2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.01
21 S Court St2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.74
HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENSSingle bed1BR,1BA$0.90

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Getting Around Athens, OH

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $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 Kershaw Greene I and starts from $893.

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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