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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Free parking
  • Energy-efficient
  • Open concept kitchen
  • Big walk-in closet
  • Low maintenance
  • Ceiling fans in bedrooms

Location

242 Grove St, Athens, GA 30605, USA
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Management

Red & Black Homes, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 326-4677 ext. 6483

Property Overview

242 Grove Street offers strong overall value with a 7.5/10 Zumper Expert Rating, backed by a highly rated location, solid amenities, and competitive pricing. It also stands out for its top-tier value per square foot, with practical features like free parking, energy-efficient design, an open concept kitchen, a big walk-in closet, low maintenance, and ceiling fans in the bedrooms.

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

7.7
Very Good
242 Grove Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

242 Grove Street4 bed3 bath1,932 sqft$3,000 /mo**URGENT NEED FOR AUGUST -- FIRST MONTH FREE** **FIRST MONTH FREE** IF 4 PEOPLE SIGN LEASE BEFORE AUGUST CLASSES START Seeking roommates (students or grad students) for this home, only about a mile from campus/DT. $700-800/mo. per person, depending on room ($3,000 split 4 ways) Home Features: - 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Stories - All Appliances Included (Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Fixtures, etc.) *Bonuses: - Free parking available for multiple cars - Only a few yards away from Athens City Transit bus stop to campus/DT! PM me for more details!

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Amenities for 242 Grove Street

Apartment Amenities

Dryer

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry SharedOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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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

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built2022
Lease terms12+ months
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About 242 Grove Street

HomeApartments in Athens 242 Grove Street

**URGENT NEED FOR AUGUST -- FIRST MONTH FREE** **FIRST MONTH FREE** IF 4 PEOPLE SIGN LEASE BEFORE AUGUST CLASSES START Seeking roommates (students or grad students) for this home, only about a mile from campus/DT. $700-800/mo. per person, depending on room ($3,000 split 4 ways) Home Features: - 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Stories - All Appliances Included (Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Fixtures, etc.) *Bonuses: - Free parking available for multiple cars - Only a few yards away from Athens City Transit bus stop to campus/DT! PM me for more details!


Year Built: 2022

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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
242 Grove Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 242 Grove Street
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 242 Grove Street has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·9A 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.
242 Grove Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 242 Grove Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
242 Grove 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 242 Grove 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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

242 Grove Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 242 Grove Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 4-bedroom is 108 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Athens

4-bedroom apartments at 242 Grove Street cost about 42% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Athens.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Athens
A table of studio rental data trends in Athens
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$924
September 2024$954
October 2024$968
November 2024$959
December 2024$942
January 2025$964
February 2025$983
March 2025$953
April 2025$901
May 2025$969
June 2025$974
July 2025$999
August 2025$966
September 2025$947
October 2025$970
November 2025$997
December 2025$1,006
January 2026$1,005
February 2026$995
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$1,011
May 2026$1,165
June 2026$1,150
July 2026$1,025

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$120,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $120,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,000.
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Schools near 242 Grove Street

Barnett Shoals Elementary School

3220 barnett shoals rd

athens, GA, 30605

PK, K-5Public
B

Dove Creek Elementary School

7921 hog mountain rd

statham, GA, 30666

PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Athens near 242 Grove St

Walking

3/10
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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 242 Grove St, Athens

Groceries

2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 242 Grove St

Publix
1860 Barnett Shoals Rd
ALDI
1055 Gaines School Rd
Kroger Marketplace
2040 Barnett Shoals Rd
Angeles Janeth Supermarket LLC
50 Gaines School Rd
Earth Fare
1689 S Lumpkin St

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