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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Playground
- Basketball court
- Pet-friendly community
- Spacious layout
Location
1601 W Elm St, Athens, AL 35611, USA
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Property Overview
Athens Square Apartments receives a strong overall rating of 8.5 out of 10 from Zumper, reflecting its competitive pricing and quality amenities, with a notable score of 10 for value. Its impressive amenities include a playground, basketball court, and a pet-friendly environment, complemented by a prime location offering easy access to essential services and leisure options. While the property maintains a trustworthiness rating of 7, it stands out for its transparency and well-crafted descriptions, enhancing appeal for potential renters.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,025 sqft | $900 /mo | 2 units available | Welcome to Athens Square Apartments, your new home in the heart of Athens, AL. This apartment offers a spacious layout with two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The property is equipped with a playground and a basketball court. As a pet-friendly community, we welcome one pet per household with a $500 non-refundable pet deposit and a $25 monthly pet rent. For your peace of mind, renter's insurance is required. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun at Athens Square Apartments. |
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Amenities for Athens Square Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Renter Insurance is Required | Washer Dryer Connections |
| Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Basketball Courts | Outdoor Space |
| Playground |
Other
| $25 Monthly Pet Rent |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 40 |
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About Athens Square Apartments
Welcome to Athens Square Apartments, your new home in the heart of Athens, AL. This apartment offers a spacious layout with two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The property is equipped with a playground and a basketball court. As a pet-friendly community, we welcome one pet per household with a $500 non-refundable pet deposit and a $25 monthly pet rent. For your peace of mind, renter's insurance is required. Experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun at Athens Square Apartments.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Athens Square Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Athens Square Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Athens Square 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·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.
Athens Square Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including $25 monthly pet rent. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Athens Square Apartments 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.
Athens Square Apartments 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 Athens Square Apartments 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.
Athens Square Apartments 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.
Athens Square Apartments is great for:
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 Athens Square Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Athens
2-bedroom apartments at Athens Square Apartments cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Athens.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Athens
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $799 |
| January 2024 | $837 |
| February 2024 | $825 |
| March 2024 | $827 |
| April 2024 | $875 |
| May 2024 | $862 |
| June 2024 | $829 |
| July 2024 | $834 |
| August 2024 | $859 |
| September 2024 | $875 |
| October 2024 | $875 |
| November 2024 | $875 |
| December 2024 | $875 |
| January 2025 | $882 |
| February 2025 | $975 |
| March 2025 | $945 |
| April 2025 | $975 |
| May 2025 | $949 |
| June 2025 | $965 |
| July 2025 | $955 |
| August 2025 | $975 |
| September 2025 | $965 |
| October 2025 | $939 |
| November 2025 | $945 |
| December 2025 | $975 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1601 W Elm St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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
$36,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near Athens Square Apartments
SPARK Academy at Cowart Elementary
1701 w hobbs st
athens, AL, 35611
K-3Public
B-
Athens Intermediate School
1916 us hwy 72 w
athens, AL, 35611
4-5Public
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 1601 W Elm St
Walking
2/10
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.
Points of interest for 1601 W Elm St, Athens
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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La Azteca Supemercado
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Food Fite
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Hometown Grocery
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ALDI
115 US Highway 72 E
Beanbeans Boutique
115 N Jefferson St
Bennett's Clothing
215 W Washington St
Boutique Bliss
103 E Market St
Family Dollar
515 S Jefferson St
Citi Trends
627 US Highway 72 W
Athens Nutrition
621 US Highway 72 W
Starbucks
197 US Highway 31 N
Scooter's Coffee
547 US Highway 72 W
K May Donuts
1102 US Highway 72 E
Starbucks
1286 US Highway 72 E
Salty Cod
309 W Market St
Mozza Pizza
202 S Jefferson St
Applebee's Grill + Bar
1331 US Highway 72 E
Buffalo Wild Wings
22099 US Highway 72
Cake Art Creations By Jane
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Herbs & More
622 S Jefferson St
Walmart Bakery
1011 US Highway 72 E
Cash & Jack's
1406 Lindsay Ln S
Hunt Brothers Pizza
1606 W Market St
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
18461 AL-99
Hootenanny BBQ LLC
805 Hine St N
Eagles Diner
113 E Elm St
Hunt Brothers Pizza
19017 AL Highway 127
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