
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, TX from $700 (8 Rentals)
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Downtown Athens, Athens, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Athens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Athens Studio Apartments | $815 | $790 | $820 |
Downtown Athens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $821 | $1,500 |
Downtown Athens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $962 | $1,725 |
Downtown Athens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $1,094 | $1,094 |
Downtown Athens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $1,147 | $1,147 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Athens Neighborhood of Athens, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Athens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Athens area of Athens, TX is a Studio unit found at Athens Reserve priced from $790. Victoria Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $962. Here are the most affordable Downtown Athens apartments for rent in Athens, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Athens Reserve | Pool View A1 | Studio,1BA | $790 |
Victoria Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $962 |
Flat Creek Apartments | The Stillwater | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Athens, TX
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Athens area is the $0.96 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Victoria Place in the in the Downtown Athens neighborhood starting from $962. The second greatest value Downtown Athens apartment is the B1 Model at Deer Park starting at $1,410 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Victoria Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Deer Park | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Flat Creek Apartments | The Stillwater | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Athens Reserve | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Athens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Athens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Athens is under $1,410.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Athens?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Athens is Flat Creek Apartments which is listed at $1,229, while the average apartment in Downtown Athens costs $1,495.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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