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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fully equipped kitchens
  • Laundry facilities
  • Basketball court
  • Clubhouse
  • Ceiling fans
  • Cozy picnic area

Location

2009 Layman Rd, Athens, TN 37303, USA
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Management

Bedrock

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Leasing office

(423) 299-2521

Open 

Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Ridgetop Apartments earns a top-tier Zumper Expert Rating of 9.9 out of 10, reflecting excellent price, amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness. It offers fully equipped kitchens, laundry facilities, a basketball court, a clubhouse, ceiling fans, and a cozy picnic area, plus 16 photos for a helpful preview. It is also marked great for pet friendliness, with outdoor spaces and nearby pet supply stores, grooming services, and pet hospitals.

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

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Ridgetop Apartments is one of the top properties in this neighborhood. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom Two Bathroom2 bed2 bath949 sqft$976 /mo1 unit available
3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3 bed2 bath1,026 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit available
4 Bedroom Two Bathroom4 bed2 bath1,251 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Ridgetop Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Computer Room

Appliances

Garbage DisposalIn-Unit Laundry
Washer and Dryer

Building

Bicycle StorageCats OK
ClubhouseDogs OK
Handicap AccessibleOnsite Laundry
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Basketball AreaBasketball Courts
Community GardenGarden
GazeboOutdoor Space
Pet-Friendly CommunityPicnic Area with BBQ Grills
Picnic/BBQ AreaPlayground
Storage

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Maintenance
On-Site ManagementProperty Manager Onsite
Trash Removal

Neighborhood

Covered Mailboxes
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

Per-applicant.

$35

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

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Building details

Property details

Units96
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About Ridgetop Apartments

HomeApartments in Athens Ridgetop Apartments

Nestled in the scenic region of East Tennessee, Ridgetop offers a range of distinctive 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartment homes that have recently undergone an extensive multi-million dollar renovation. Our apartment homes feature upgraded lighting, ceiling fans, cabinets, and hardware, in addition to fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. To enhance your living experience, our community provides an array of amenities, including a brand-new playground, a basketball court, a cozy picnic area, and a clubhouse equipped with computer access.


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.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Ridgetop Apartments is one of the top properties in this neighborhood. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated Ridgetop Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Ridgetop Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Ridgetop Apartments 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—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Ridgetop Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Ridgetop Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Ridgetop Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Ridgetop Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I love the management well kept place to live. Grounds always clean and apt were updated awhile back and they are nice...

Tami Mora

Tami Mora

Apr 03, 2019

I've lived here 8 years. They keep the property clean. Maintenance is a phone call away. Monthly inspection

Linda Kornilieff

Linda Kornilieff

Jun 24, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Ridgetop Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 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 Ridgetop Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Athens

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Ridgetop Apartments to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Athens.

3-bedroom apartments at Ridgetop Apartments cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Athens.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Athens
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Athens
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$814
September 2024$772
October 2024$768
November 2024$808
December 2024$850
January 2025$825
February 2025$815
March 2025$725
April 2025$745
May 2025$885
June 2025$1,019
July 2025$925
August 2025$925
September 2025$875
October 2025$889
November 2025$876
December 2025$895
January 2026$903
February 2026$853
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$1,000
May 2026$810
June 2026$770
July 2026$750

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2009 Layman Rd?

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

$39,040/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,040 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $976.
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Schools near Ridgetop Apartments

Westside Elementary School

700 westside st

athens, TN, 37303

3-5Public
A-

City Park Elementary School

203 keith ln

athens, TN, 37303

PK, K-2Public
B+

Etowah Elementary School

858 eighth st

etowah, TN, 37331

PK, K-8Public
B-
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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 2009 Layman Rd

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

2/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Points of interest for 2009 Layman Rd, Athens

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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