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Athens, TX

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Savor small-town delights near Dallas and Tyler

Suburban Scenic Diverse Welcoming Affordable Walkable Laidback Historic Family-Friendly Convenient

Situated between Dallas and Tyler in Henderson County, Athens is the self-proclaimed “Black-Eyed Pea Capital of the World” for its historically large production of black-eyed peas. Athens is also known as “The Home of the Original Hamburger.”

With such a colorful history, Athens embraces its past while moving towards the future with a variety of special events like the Black-Eyed Pea Jamboree, Uncle Fletch Davis Hamburger Festival, and the annual Texas Fiddlers Contest and Reunion.

Athens offers residents the charm of a small town with convenience to the amenities of a larger city. Downtown Athens is teeming with eclectic shops and galleries in addition to a craft brewery and a history museum. Athens also hosts a seasonal Farmer’s Market.

Athens contains plenty of family-friendly destinations like the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, East Texas Arboretum and Botanical Society, and Athens Scuba Park. Multiple wineries and vineyards are convenient to Athens as well as several lakes and reservoirs.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Athens, TX is $783 for a studio, $907 for one bedroom, $1,142 for two bedrooms, and $1,167 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Athens has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$907/month
578 Sq Ft
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Transportation

28

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

30

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Bel Air Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

453 Students

4
out of 10

South Athens Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

449 Students

4
out of 10

Athens Intermediate School

Public

Grades PK-5

587 Students

3
out of 10

Athens Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

682 Students

4
out of 10

Athens High School

Public

Grades 9-12

928 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • East Texas Arboretum & Botanical Society
  • Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

Airports

  • Tyler Pounds Regional

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