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805 Zelkova Rdg, Athens, GA 30606
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$1,850–$2,390
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1d ago
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110 Addison Rd, Athens, GA 30607
Air conditioning | Fitness center | Residents lounge
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,605–$3,728
Price drop
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Available Dec 8
3h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,710–$1,800
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5h ago
Verified
157 Talley Xing, Athens, GA 30601
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,445–$1,960
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6h ago
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700 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30606
Air conditioning | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,366–$2,835
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3d ago
Verified
700 Fourth St, Athens, GA 30601
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175–$1,300
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,395
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,875
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House for rent in Athens
6 beds
5 baths
$4,200
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
5 beds
6 baths
$4,600
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Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
4 beds
2 baths
$1,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
4 beds
3 baths
$2,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Athens
2 beds
1 bath
$1,275
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59m ago
Verified
104 Mark Twain Cir #B, Athens, GA 30605
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,850
House for rent
Available Aug 7
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$1,770
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 22
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$3,736
Apartment for rent
6h ago
5 beds
3 baths
$750
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
1d ago
1120 Macon Hwy, Athens, GA 30606
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$885–$1,980
Apartment for rent
1d ago
254 E Clayton St, Athens, GA 30601
In-unit laundry | Controlled access | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$665
Apartment for rent
1d ago
195 Epps Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30606
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,625
Price drop
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Available Jul 15
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,138–$1,295
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,349
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3 beds
3 baths
$1,650
House for rent
3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Athens
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,500
House for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295–$1,325
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
4d ago
400 E Clayton St, Athens, GA 30601
On-site laundry | Controlled access | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$650
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350
Apartment for rent
4d ago
176 Georgia Ave, Athens, GA 30606
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
149 Trail Creek St, Athens, GA 30601
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$920
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
295 Vincent Dr, Athens, GA 30607
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$750
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Athens
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Athens
125 Honeysuckle Ln #1, Athens, GA 30606
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Athens
1 bed
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Athens
176 Lavender Lakes Dr, Athens, GA 30606
Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Cable
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 19
5d+ ago
House for rent in Athens
4 beds
4.5 baths
$730
House for rent
Available Jan 1
2d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,325–$1,500
Apartment for rent
3h ago
House for rent in Athens
235 Clarke Dr, Athens, GA 30605
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,785
House for rent
6h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,150
Apartment for rent
22h ago
4 beds
3 baths
$3,000
House for rent
Available Aug 1
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
House for rent
Available Aug 15
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Athens, GA has a vibrant atmosphere with plenty of cultural and recreational options that residents appreciate. The music scene, especially, stands out, drawing many to enjoy live performances regularly. Renters often enjoy the walkability of the city, along with local eateries and parks that create an inviting environment. However, some residents mention that the housing market can be quite competitive, making it challenging for newcomers to find affordable options. Overall, the blend of arts, history, and accessibility is what keeps many locals happy in Athens.
Athens's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,300 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,500 monthly. These figures represent the current market conditions across the city's available rental inventory.
September offers the lowest rent levels of the year in Athens, while October sees the highest prices with approximately 9% difference between these months. Renters who can time their move for September may find better pricing compared to later fall months.
Athens offers good options for pet owners with 40% of rental listings welcoming pets. With an average of 787 apartments available monthly, this translates to approximately 315 pet-friendly properties in the typical rental inventory.
Utilities are rarely included in Athens rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all bedroom types. Most renters should expect to arrange and pay for utilities separately from their monthly rent.
Athens's rental market is dominated by ranch-style homes from the post-World War II era, comprising 50.5% of available properties and reflecting the 1950s and 1960s suburban expansion. Bungalows from the early 20th century represent 13.1% of rentals, while cottage-style homes account for 10.1% of the market.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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