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Apartments for Rent in Athens GA - 2,035 Rentals

Apartments for Rent in Athens, GA

The quintessential college town of Athens, Georgia is all about the Dawgs! Home to the University of Georgia, Athens bleeds red and black. Because the city is so student-friendly, it ranks amongst the most affordable cities in the country, and is considered one of the top college towns and best craft beer cities, according to Fortune Magazine.

Athens features the university’s beautiful campus, stunning architecture, historic monuments, and a close-knit community of students and faculty. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, the UGA Arboretum, the Georgia Museum of Art, and the one-and-only Sanford Stadium. Athens’ thriving downtown district is home to some of the best restaurants, bars, specialty shops, and boutiques in the state, like the famous Mama’s Boy off Oak Street. Whether you’re interested in sports, live music, modern art, literary history, craft beer, or top-notch cuisine, this historic city has you covered.

Craft beer is on the rise nationwide, but Athens helped start the trend in Georgia. Home to Creature Comforts, Terrapin Beer Co, Normaltown Brewing Co, Akademia Brewing Company, and the Southern Brewing Company, there’s no shortage of craft beer, live music, and good times for Athens residents. Although Athens is known for being a hip college town, you don’t have to be a student or faculty member to enjoy this lively city. City parks, supermarkets, shopping malls, public schools, golf courses, and cozy residential streets are beloved by Athens’ community.


Athens, GA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Athens, GA?

The average rent in Athens is $1,156. When you rent an apartment in Athens, you can expect to pay as little as $973 or as much as $1,649, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Athens, GA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Athens, GA is $973 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Athens, GA?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Athens, GA is $1,157 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Athens, GA?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Athens, GA is $1,396 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Athens, GA?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Athens, GA is $1,649 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Athens, GA?

Transit options in Athens vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 0.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Athens, GA?

In Athens, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Chase Street Elementary School, South Jackson Elementary School, and Timothy Elementary School.

What are the top middle schools in Athens, GA?

Athens is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School, Clarke Middle School, and Hilsman Middle School.

What are the top high schools in Athens, GA?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Athens apartments near top-ranking high schools like Clarke Central High School, Cedar Shoals High School, and Classic City High School.

What colleges and universities are in Athens, GA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Athens, you’ll have access to University of Georgia, Piedmont College, Athens, and Athens Technical College.

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