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Highlights

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Resort-style pool
  • Cyber lounge
  • Gourmet coffee
  • Underground parking garage
  • Student living

Location

10 Rufus St, Athens, OH 45701, USA
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(740) 621-4353

Property Overview

10 Rufus Street is highly rated as a rental option, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4, reflecting its competitive pricing and outstanding amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center and resort-style pool. Its location offers unmatched convenience, earning a 9 out of 10 rating, while its transparency and trustworthiness are affirmed with a score of 7 out of 10. Additionally, it ranks in the 87.5 percentile for value per square foot in the area, indicating a strong investment opportunity.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 10 Rufus Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 10 Rufus Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2 BR 2.0 BA2 bed2 bath859 sqft$865 /mo
3 BR 3.0 BA3 bed3 bath1,129 sqft$758 /mo
4 BR 4.0 BA4 bed4 bath1,397 sqft$725 /mo
4 BR 4.0 BA4 bed4 bath1,561 sqft$739 /mo
4 BR 4.0 BA4 bed4 bath1,631 sqft$745 /mo
4 BR 4.0 BA4 bed4 bath1,620 sqft$769 /mo

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Amenities for 10 Rufus Street

Building

24/7 Fitness CenterBusiness Center
Fitness CenterGourmet Coffee Bar
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Garage ParkingSwimming Pool
Tanning Bed

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$99

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 10 Rufus Street

HomeApartments in Athens 10 Rufus Street

River Gate is nestled in the heart of South Green at Ohio University. A short walk to the OU campus and Court Street, River Gate is both a convenient and smart choice for student living in Athens. Our modern Resident Life Center features a bistro with gourmet coffee and cyber lounge with expansive views to the resort-style pool, private study rooms, 24-hour fitness center, and an underground parking garage. Our brand-new community is the best of both worlds; all the perks students want with all the convenience they need!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 10 Rufus Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 10 Rufus Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 10 Rufus Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
10 Rufus Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
10 Rufus Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
10 Rufus Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 10 Rufus Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
10 Rufus Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

10 Rufus Street is great for:

Social life

  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 79 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 10 Rufus Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 4-bedroom is 155 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Athens

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 10 Rufus Street to be 10% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Athens.

3-bedroom apartments at 10 Rufus Street cost about 40% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Athens.

4-bedroom apartments at 10 Rufus Street cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Athens.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Athens
A table of studio rental data trends in Athens
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,400
January 2024$2,400
February 2024$900
March 2024$660
April 2024$600
May 2024$765
June 2024$750
July 2024$712
August 2024$650
September 2024$690
October 2024$681
November 2024$663
December 2024$643
January 2025$620
February 2025$620
March 2025$620
April 2025$625
May 2025$621
June 2025$638
July 2025$638
August 2025$638
September 2025$638
October 2025$638
November 2025$638
December 2025$638

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 10 Rufus St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$34,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $865.
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Schools near 10 Rufus Street

East Elementary School

3 wallace dr

athens, OH, 45701

PK, K-3Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Athens near 10 Rufus St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 10 Rufus St, Athens

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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