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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 Beaumont Greene priced from $385. HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beaumont Greene2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$385
HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENSTwo bed2BR,2BA$675
Monticello Village2x1 9362BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.94 price per square foot 201 N Lancaster St Model at 201 N Lancaster St, Unit A in the starting from $1,500. 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.
201 N Lancaster St, Unit A201 N Lancaster St3BR,1BA$0.94
152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OUThree bedroom apartment3BR,1BA$0.46
The Summit at Coates RunYork - Renovated3BR,3BA$0.76
Beaumont Greene2 Bedroom Unit w/Den2BR,1BA$0.94
Monticello Village2x1.5 9662BR,1.5BA$1.25
21 S Court St2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.74
HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENSSingle bed1BR,1BA$0.90

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Frequently Asked Questions about Athens

What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?

There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH with pricing that ranges from $374 to $1,725. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $420 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Athens?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Athens ranges from $420 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $593.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Athens?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Athens range from $550 to $1,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $433 to $1,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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

Written by: Sandy Baker

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