Cheap Apartments for Rent in Clarke County, GA from $500 (80 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Clarke County.

University Garden

The Grove at Five Points

The Oaks - Athens

Arbor Ridge

The Pointe

102-104 Boulder Trail

One Athens Apartments
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The View at Noda

600-602 Freeman Dr

175-177 W Paces Dr

Cambridge Apartments

130 Cole

Westside Commons

204-206 Michele Dr

101 Cooper Springs Ct

202-204 E Paces Dr
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Legacy of Athens Apartments

Legacy Mill

Cascades on the River

110-112 Essex Ct

285 Sycamore Dr

421 West

Highland Park

1287 Shoals Apartments

Cielo At Velvet
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108 St Andrews Ct

365 Fowler Dr

Westpark Club

Arch + Vine

Athens Highlands

Serene at Woodlake
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Georgia Green Townhome Apartments

Serene at Northside

Downtown Athens Condos!

101-103 Mario Cir

Ascent Athens

107 Cameron Ct
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Clarke County, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clarke County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke County Studio Apartments | $1,327 | $831 | $1,835 |
| Clarke County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $650 | $2,850 |
| Clarke County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $525 | $4,220 |
| Clarke County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $745 | $7,602 |
| Clarke County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $515 | $4,191 |
| Clarke County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $1,145 | $5,725 |
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Cheapest Available Clarke County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Clarke County, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Hill Apartment Complex in the Eastside Athens neighborhood priced from $695. Farmer's Exchange Athens in the Eastside Athens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Clarke County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hill Apartment Complex | 1 Bedroom Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Farmer's Exchange Athens | 6BR/2.5BA | 6BR,2BA | $725 |
| Linden Lane | 3 bed 3 bath flats | 3BR,3BA | $775 |
| University Oaks | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Garden | 1x1500 | Studio,1BA | $831 |
| The Oaks - Athens | 1BR/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Polo Club Athens | 4-4thq | 4BR,4BA | $854 |
| The Grove at Five Points | Studio 350 | Studio,1BA | $869 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Flat | 4BR,4BA | $1,005 |
| Cambridge Apartments | The Lynnwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clarke County, GA
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clarke County area is the $0.80 price per square foot Campus Ridge Townhouse Model at Campus Ridge Apartments in the in the Eastside Athens neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Clarke County apartment is the 2 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Arch Street Condominiums starting at $1,695 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clarke County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Ridge Apartments | Campus Ridge Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
| Arch Street Condominiums | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| Eclipse on Broad | The Townhome | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.67 |
| Highland Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| WHITEHALL LANDING | Whitehall Landing Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Enclave 425 | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| Flats at Carrs Hill | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Red Oak Village | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.06 |
| Riverbend Club Apartments | 2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 2BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| The Reserve at Athens | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clarke County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clarke County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clarke County is under $1,015.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clarke County?
The cheapest apartment in Clarke County is The Hill Apartment Complex which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Clarke County costs $19,612.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clarke County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 151 regular apartments in Clarke County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clarke County?
Cheap apartments in Clarke County have an average cost of $985 which is $18,627 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clarke County.
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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