Listed 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
Location
490 Ruth St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
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Contact
Athens Real Estate Group LLC
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Property Overview
Located in Athens, this property stands out for strong value per square foot and convenient access to a top-rated elementary school within about 0.61 miles. Outdoor spaces and no breed or pet restrictions make it appealing for pet friendliness.
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
More space- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 490 Ruth St
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Stainless Dishwasher |
| Stainless Microwave | Stainless 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 490 Ruth St
PRE-LEASING FOR AUGUST 6, 2027! This fully furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath cottage just off North Avenue puts Downtown Athens and the UGA campus close by. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, distinctive finishes, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. A bonus room offers flexible space for a home office, sun room, or potential fourth bedroom. Enjoy the spacious front porch, side deck, and fully fenced backyard—plenty of room to relax or spend time with friends. Contact our leasing team today to learn more or schedule a 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 490 Ruth St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 421 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.6 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2.9 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.9 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 30601 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Athens
3-bedroom apartments at 490 Ruth St cost about 38% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Athens.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Athens
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,004 |
| 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 |
| October 2026 | $1,900 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 490 Ruth St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$105,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $105,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,625.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $2,500 |
Schools near 490 Ruth St
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
715 fourth st
athens, GA, 30601
PK, K-5Public
C+
Dove Creek Elementary School
7921 hog mountain rd
statham, GA, 30666
PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Athens near 490 Ruth St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 490 Ruth St, Athens
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Supermarket El Camino Real
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Carniseria Costa De Jalisco
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Daily Groceries Co-op
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Los Amigos
109 Rowe Rd
J C Food Store
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K S Fashion
494 North Ave
Uptown Cheapskate
105 Hickory St
Widespread Merchandise
400 Foundry St
Dance Style Dancewear
396 Foundry St
Masada
675 Pulaski St
Iron Works Coffee
295 E Dougherty St
Local Coffeehouse & Study Lounge
198 College Ave
Jittery Joe's
297 E Broad St
Walkers
128 College Ave
Starbucks
100 College Ave
The Foundry
295 E Dougherty St
Madison Bar & Bistro
500 College Ave
Blind Pig Tavern
312 E Washington St
Moonshine Bar
275 E Clayton St
Silver Dollar
262 College Ave
Fresh Market Produce Co
Gigi's Cupcakes
296 W Broad St
Flowers Discount Bakery
1455 N Chase St
Luna Baking Corp
855 W Broad St
Rosy's Bakery
1875 Commerce Rd
Five Acre Woods
North Oconee River Greenway
Virginia Callaway-Cofer Walker Park
Park
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Champs Chicken
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Hangar 54 Pizza
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Hunt Brothers Pizza
115 North Ave
Tacos Los Plebes LLC
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Team Biscuits & Burgers Restaurant
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