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Highlights
Pet Friendly
Location
196 Merlin Dr, Athens, GA 30606, USA
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Athena Management and Real Estate
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Property Overview
Located near a top-rated elementary school and offering 11 photos for an easy preview, the home provides a convenient and informative listing experience. Its 100th-percentile value-for-money standing in the area further adds to its appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 196 Merlin Dr
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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About 196 Merlin Dr
This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is conveniently located just off Lavender Rd. near the Publix at Oak Grove and offers comfortable living with central heating and air. Features include new luxury vinyl light wood look flooring throughout, new paint, one car garage, washer/dryer hookups, and a large backyard. This home has gas and electric utilities. This property is pet-friendly with a 2 pet limit, some restrictions, and a $350 non-refundable pet fee. Requirements for Applicants: a credit score of 600+, verifiable income equal to 3x the monthly rent, a clean landlord history with no prior evictions, and background check. Security deposit is equal to one month's rent. Please see our website or call us for more details and a personal tour!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 196 Merlin Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Zip code | 30606 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Athens
3-bedroom apartments at 196 Merlin Dr cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Athens.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Athens
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,986 |
| November 2024 | $2,040 |
| December 2024 | $1,985 |
| January 2025 | $2,003 |
| February 2025 | $2,035 |
| March 2025 | $2,072 |
| April 2025 | $2,033 |
| May 2025 | $2,000 |
| June 2025 | $1,984 |
| July 2025 | $1,867 |
| August 2025 | $1,849 |
| September 2025 | $1,911 |
| October 2025 | $2,046 |
| November 2025 | $2,136 |
| December 2025 | $2,075 |
| January 2026 | $2,007 |
| February 2026 | $2,000 |
| March 2026 | $1,987 |
| April 2026 | $1,990 |
| May 2026 | $1,998 |
| June 2026 | $1,928 |
| July 2026 | $1,912 |
| August 2026 | $1,910 |
| September 2026 | $1,900 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 196 Merlin Dr?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$60,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 11 months ago | $950 |
Schools near 196 Merlin Dr
Whitehead Road Elementary School
555 quailwood dr
athens, GA, 30606
PK, K-5Public
B
Dove Creek Elementary School
7921 hog mountain rd
statham, GA, 30666
PK, K-5Public
A
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Internet available near 196 Merlin Dr
Neighborhood
Getting around Athens near 196 Merlin Dr
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for 196 Merlin Dr, Athens
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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