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Athens, TN

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A cozy college town in the Appalachian Plateau

College Small Town Suburb Nature Outdoors Mountains Affordable

Athens is a small city in eastern Tennessee, positioned roughly halfway between Knoxville and Chattanooga alongside Interstate 75. The city is home to Cleveland State Community College, Tennessee Wesleyan University, and a campus of Tennessee College of Applied Technology, which collectively enroll over 5,000 students and employ hundreds of locals as faculty and staff. Sitting just west of the Unicoi Mountains, Athens is built on an unusual topography of hills and ridges, with the surrounding area providing excellent opportunities for hiking, camping, and mountain biking.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Athens, TN is $836 for one bedroom, $917 for two bedrooms, and $1,475 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Athens has increased by 7.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$836/month
662 Sq Ft
House
$2,053/month
1,865 Sq Ft
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Transportation

37

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

28

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Westside Elementary

Public

Grades 3-5

302 Students

6
out of 10

E K Baker Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

350 Students

5
out of 10

Rogers Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

283 Students

5
out of 10

North City Elementary

Public

Grades 3-5

278 Students

5
out of 10

Ingleside Elementary

Public

Grades PK-2

386 Students

Rating Unavailable

Athens City Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

481 Students

6
out of 10

E K Baker Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

350 Students

5
out of 10

Rogers Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

283 Students

5
out of 10

Mcminn High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,408 Students

5
out of 10

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