
Cheap Homes for Rent in Athens, OH from $400 (27 Rentals)
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116 N Congress St

35 S May Ave

71 S May Ave

9 Brown Ave
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65 Franklin Ave

23 N Congress St

103 Franklin Ave

48 Madison Ave

100 Hudson Ave

98 Hudson Ave
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6 Brown Ave

14 Central Ave

61 1st St

45 Mound St

47 1st St

39 Walker

85 N Lancaster St
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48 Moore Ave

6 Coulson St

186 W Washington St

120 N Congress St

116 Grosvenor St

39 Woodward Ave
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8 Foster Pl

2 W 2nd St

5 James Preston Ct
Athens, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Athens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $916 | $675 | $1,175 |
Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $757 | $468 | $1,700 |
Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,066 | $486 | $2,500 |
Athens 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,280 | $495 | $3,125 |
Athens 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $462 | $462 | $462 |
Athens 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $462 | $462 | $462 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Beaumont Greene | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $385 |
HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Two bed | 2BR,2BA | $675 |
Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $788 |
Monticello Village | 3x1.5 1150 | 3BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH
As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.88 price per square foot 201 N Lancaster St Model at 201 N Lancaster St, Unit A in the starting from $1,400. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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201 N Lancaster St, Unit A | 201 N Lancaster St | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU | Three bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $0.46 |
6300 Ervin Rd, Unit F | 6300 Ervin Rd | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
The Summit at Coates Run | York - Renovated | 3BR,3BA | $0.76 |
Monticello Village | 3x1.5 1150 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
Beaumont Greene | 2 Bedroom Unit w/Den | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Kershaw Greene II | 2 bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
21 S Court St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.74 |
HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS | Single bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
57 Elmwood Pl, Unit Above Garage | 57 Elmwood Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Athens
What type of rentals are currently available in Athens?
There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Athens, OH with pricing that ranges from $499 to $2,100. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Athens ranging from $462 to $3,125.
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 $462 to $3,125 with an average monthly rent of $919.
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 $2,097, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $468 to $1,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $486 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.
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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.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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