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How much does it cost to rent a home in Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,165 | $725 | $1,850 |
| Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,310 | $475 | $2,200 |
| Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,342 | $486 | $2,400 |
| Athens 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $483 | $483 | $483 |
| Athens 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $685 | $685 | $685 |
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Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, OH is a 2 Beds unit found at Kershaw Greene III priced from $389. HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kershaw Greene III | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $389 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
| 96 Hudson Avenue | 96 Hudson Avenue - 3 | 3BR,1BA | $634 |
| 149 East State Street | 149 East State Street - Unit... | 4BR,2BA | $650 |
| 15 South High Street | 15 South High Street - Unit... | 7BR,2BA | $685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.53 price per square foot 40 East State Street - Unit... Model at 40 East State Street in the starting from $715. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 96 Hudson Avenue - 3 Model at 96 Hudson Avenue starting at $634 with a $0.52 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 East State Street | 40 East State Street - Unit... | 5BR,2BA | $0.53 |
| 96 Hudson Avenue | 96 Hudson Avenue - 3 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.52 |
| 152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| The Summit at Coates Run | York - Renovated | 3BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| Kershaw Greene III | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Kershaw Greene IV | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Kershaw Greene I | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 21 S Court St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH with pricing that ranges from $450 to $2,900. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $475 to $2,400.
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 $475 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $942.
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 $2,235, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $475 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $486 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.
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