What are the average rent costs in Athens, OH?

The average rent in Athens, OH is $929.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Athens, OH?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Athens, OH is $925.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Athens, OH?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Athens, OH is $929.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Athens, OH?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Athens, OH is $1,198.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Athens, OH?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Athens, OH is $1,486.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Athens, OH?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Athens, OH is $2,122.

Apartments for Rent Under- $1,800 in Athens, OH

STUDIO

$925+

1 BED

$975+

2 BEDS

$1,050+

3 BEDS

$1,275+

Campus Heights Student

12 Carriage Hill Dr, Athens, OH 45701

Call (740) 677-6980
2 BEDS

$1,300+

3 BEDS

$820+

4 BEDS

$805+

The Summit at Coates Run

363 Richland Ave, Athens, OH 45701

Call (740) 696-8264
2 BEDS

$1,450

Phoenix on Court

30 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701

Call (740) 677-6454
1 BED

$1,335+

2 BEDS

$1,503+

Mill Street Village

186 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED

$770+

2 BEDS

$1,255+

3 BEDS

$1,420+

Monticello Village

6 Monticello Dr, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED

$450+

2 BEDS

$675+

HAWK'S NEST ACT APARTMENTS ATHENS

13050 Hawks Nest Rd, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS

$550

152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU

152 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701
4 BEDS

$575

18 S Court St Unit B

14-18 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED

$591+

2 BEDS

$591+

3 BEDS

$525+

6 BEDS

$499+

21 S Court St

21 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701
STUDIO

$720+

1 BED

$865+

Beckford Place

36 Poston Rd, The Plains, OH 45780
1 BED, 1 BATH

$650

190 E State St

190 E State St, Athens, OH 45701

Call (740) 438-3742
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,595

247 W Union St Unit 101D

247 W Union St, Athens, OH 45701

Call (740) 374-8150
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,800

5 Ohio Ave

5 Ohio Ave, Athens, OH 45701

Apply
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,000

335 W State St

335 W State St, Athens, OH 45701

Apply
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$850+

1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,000+

14 Fort St Unit Flat

14 Fort St, Athens, OH 45701

Apply
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$900

31 North St Unit A

31 North St, The Plains, OH 45780

Apply
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,200

20 Fern St Unit 20 Fern -Upper

20 Fern St, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED, 1 BATH

$995

20 1/2 Fern St Unit 20.5A (Downstairs

20 1/2 Fern St, Athens, OH 45701
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,000+

2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,300+

13530 Scatter Ridge Rd

13530 Scatter Ridge Rd, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,300

6346 Avanelle Dr Unit A

6346 Avanelle Dr, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$450

296 E State St

296 E State St, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$995

3869 Ladd Ridge Rd Unit B

3869 Ladd Ridge Rd, Athens, OH 45701
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$480

7807 OH-56 Unit A

7807 OH-56, Athens, OH 45701
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$550

15 S Shafer St Unit 2005

15 S Shafer St, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,100

146 E State St

146 E State St, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED, 1 BATH

$750

11005 Tucker Run Rd

11005 Tucker Run Rd, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED, 1 BATH

$700

11033 Tucker Run Rd

11033 Tucker Run Rd, Athens, OH 45701
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,033

77 1/2 N High St Unit Carriage House

77 1/2 N High St, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,650

137 Grosvenor St

137 Grosvenor St, Athens, OH 45701
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,250

6125 Green Branch Rd

6125 Green Branch Rd, Guysville, OH 45735
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$925

21 Main St

21 Main St, The Plains, OH 45780
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,300

61 Main Unit B

61 Main, The Plains, OH 45780
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$850

65 Main St

65 Main St, The Plains, OH 45780
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,175

109 N Plains Rd Unit NPV

109 N Plains Rd, The Plains, OH 45780
3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,000

9 - 13 E Verity St. Unit 11

9 - 13 E Verity St., The Plains, OH 45780
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,095

37 Woodward Ave

37 Woodward Ave, Athens, OH 45701
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,400

306 W Union St

306 W Union St, Athens, OH 45701
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,750

29 N Shafer St

29 N Shafer St, Athens, OH 45701
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,750

33 Longview Heights Rd

33 Longview Heights Rd, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$594

186 W Washington St

186 W Washington St, Athens, OH 45701
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$594

120 N Congress St

120 N Congress St, Athens, OH 45701
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$621

116 Grosvenor St

116 Grosvenor St, Athens, OH 45701

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Athens at a Glance

Average Rent

$929

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School Rating

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Schools in Athens

Some Transit

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Transportation in Athens

Somewhat Bikeable

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Athens, OH Apartments for Rent

Athens is a historic college town along the Hocking River in southeastern Ohio, home to Ohio University and its 21,000+ students. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Athens, you'll discover a welcoming community with brick-lined streets, local cafes, restaurants, and shops that capture the town's small-town charm. Founded in 1797, Athens has become the principal city of the Athens micropolitan area while staying connected to the beautiful Appalachian foothills.

Renting in Athens gives you access to various apartment communities near campus, downtown, and quiet residential neighborhoods, with one-bedroom apartments averaging around $925 monthly. The area offers outdoor adventures, including nearby Strouds Run State Park, Wayne National Forest, and Hocking Hills State Park—perfect for hiking and nature enthusiasts. Downtown Athens features local dining, shopping, and entertainment within walking or biking distance of many apartment communities. U.S. Route 33 makes it easy to reach Columbus, about an hour northwest, for additional job opportunities and entertainment. Ohio University brings year-round energy with cultural events, sports, and an energetic atmosphere that makes Athens an exciting place to call home.

Renting in Athens

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 346 Sq Ft $925 / mo
1 Bedroom 612 Sq Ft $929 / mo
2 Bedrooms 896 Sq Ft $1,198 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,193 Sq Ft $1,486 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,325 Sq Ft $2,122 / mo

Getting Around Athens

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University Middle School Elementary School

Ohio University

Public University

Hocking college

Public University

GreatSchools Rating

Athens Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

357 Students

GreatSchools Rating

West Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

195 Students

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Athens at a Glance

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Athens, OH Apartments for Rent

Renting in Athens

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Getting Around Athens

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Education

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