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SCS Merrill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SCS Merrill

2301 W Jackson StMerrill, WI 54452

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Rib Mountain Inn
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rib Mountain Inn

227305 Boulder Ridge CirWausau, WI 54401
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Blue Stone Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Stone Estates

940-950 Blue Stone LnMarathon, WI 54448
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SCS Fox Point
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

SCS Fox Point

1901 E 14th StMerrill, WI 54452
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Athens, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Athens, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood priced from $618. 100 E Clark St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $679. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athens apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview Towers and Riverview TerraceRiverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$618
100 E Clark St1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$679
Park City Apartments1 Bedroom Upper1BR,1BA$710
Cedar Ridge2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 40%2BR,1BA$815
Kannenberg Plaza1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$826
SCS MerrillSeason 1 BR Upper1BR,1BA$860
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$875
South Ridge Apartments1B/1B - Upper1BR,1BA$899
Mountain Crest1 Bed 1 Bath Lower w/1 Car Garage1BR,1BA$899
Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes1 bd 1 bath lower1BR,1BA$949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athens, WI and Nearby

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Athens area is the $0.71 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome 60% Model at Wausau East Townhomes in the in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood starting from $1,096. The second greatest value Athens apartment is the 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper Model at Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes starting at $1,319 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood. 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.
Wausau East Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome 60%2BR,1.5BA$0.71
Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes3 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper3BR,1.5BA$1.01
HILLTOP PARK APARTMENTS2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.98
Bos Creek Estates2 Bed 1.5 Bath Lower2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Whispering Pines2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.19
Sherman Oaks Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath w/ 1 Car Garage2BR,1BA$1.19
Mountain View ApartmentsOne Bedroom upper no dog1BR,1BA$1.11
Cedar Ridge2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 60%2BR,1BA$1.08
Park City Apartments1 Bedroom Upper1BR,1BA$0.95
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.18

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

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Getting Around Athens, WI

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Athens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Athens is at bantr Wausau listed at $1,199.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athens Apartment is $618 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Athens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Athens is starting from $699 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

What is the most affordable Athens Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Athens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Ridge and starts from $926.

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.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.