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Athens at a Glance

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Athens, GA Apartments for Rent

Athens is home to the University of Georgia, the state's flagship public university, and earned its nickname "Classic City" thanks to the Greek Revival architecture you'll spot throughout the historic downtown. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Athens, you'll discover plenty of options across established neighborhoods like Five Points, where charming bungalows line tree-shaded streets, and Normaltown, which mixes traditional homes with contemporary apartment buildings. With one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,178 per month and two-bedrooms at approximately $1,388, the rental market offers accessible options for anyone looking to embrace this college town atmosphere.

Renting in Athens means you're just minutes from the walkable downtown district, packed with local boutiques, restaurants, and legendary music venues like the 40 Watt Club and Georgia Theatre where R.E.M. and The B-52s got their start. The city serves up outdoor recreation at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia with its 313 acres of trails and themed gardens, plus Memorial Park for weekend picnics and sports. Major employers include the University of Georgia and Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital, keeping the local economy strong and stable. Located about 70 miles northeast of Atlanta, Athens delivers a more affordable alternative to metro living while maintaining its own distinct cultural identity centered around music, arts, and education.

Why Athens?

  • Athens is a hip college town, home to the University of Georgia.
  • Football games at the home of the Bulldogs — UGA’s Sanford Stadium.
  • Nightlife! Athens contains nearly 100 bars, several hotels, and dance clubs.
  • A walkable downtown with unique shops, restaurants, cafes, and nightclubs.
  • Home to such bands as R.E.M. and the B-52s, Athens is a music hotspot.
  • A wide variety of art studios, galleries, museums, theaters, and historic sites.

Renting in Athens

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Clarke Central High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,836 Students
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Cedar Shoals High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,443 Students
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Foothills Charter High School (Madison Campus)

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,519 Students
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Classic City High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
24 Students
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Clarke Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
708 Students
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Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
728 Students
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Hilsman Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
628 Students
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Coile Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
635 Students

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