How much is rent in Athens, AL?

The average asking rent across the 4 listings we track in Athens, AL is $1,011/mo, with the cheapest starting at $899/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.

What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Athens?

Higgins Estates Apartments is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Athens, AL at $899/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.

What is the average rent by bedroom in Athens?

Based on the listings we track in Athens, AL: one-bedrooms around $975/mo, two-bedrooms around $1,022/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.

Is Athens expensive to rent in?

Relatively no. Athens's average rent of $1,011/mo is about 14% below the AL state average of $1,181/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

Apartments for Rent in Athens, AL

Across 4 rentals in Athens, AL, the cheapest we list is $899/mo and the average asking rent is around $1,011/mo. That puts Athens roughly 14% below the AL state average of $1,181/mo, so it's one of the more affordable markets in the state. By size, expect one-bedrooms around $975/mo and two-bedrooms around $1,022/mo. Listings are ranked cheapest-first and updated regularly.

Updated Jun 9, 2026

Cheapest

$899

lowest listed rent

Average rent

$1,01114% below AL

across all sizes

Average by sizevs AL typical

1 bed$97513% below AL

2 bed$1,02218% below AL

4 rentals in Athens, AL

Every size & style, ranked by price

2-bedroom apartment at Higgins Estates Apartments in Athens, AL

Great deal

Apartment · Athens

$899/mo

4.0(51)

2 bd|1 ba|960 ft²

Higgins Estates Apartments

1211 Audobon Lane, Athens, AL

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2-bedroom apartment at Bonnie Doone in Athens, AL

Great deal

Apartment · Athens

$949/mo

3.2(26)

2 bd|1 ba|898 ft²

Bonnie Doone

Bonnie Doone, Athens

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1-bedroom apartment at Magnolia Row Apartments in Athens, AL

Great deal

Apartment · Athens

$975/mo

4.4(50)

1 bd|1 ba|600 ft²

Magnolia Row Apartments

600 Camelot Drive, Athens, AL

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2-bedroom apartment at Signature Pointe Apartment Homes in Athens, AL

Apartment · Athens

$1,219/mo

4.8(122)

2 bd|2 ba|1,081 ft²

Signature Pointe Apartment Homes

340 French Farms Blvd, Athens, AL

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Renting in Athens, AL: common questions

How much is rent in Athens, AL?: The average asking rent across the 4 listings we track in Athens, AL is $1,011/mo, with the cheapest starting at $899/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.
What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Athens?: Higgins Estates Apartments is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Athens, AL at $899/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.
What is the average rent by bedroom in Athens?: Based on the listings we track in Athens, AL: one-bedrooms around $975/mo, two-bedrooms around $1,022/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.
Is Athens expensive to rent in?: Relatively no. Athens's average rent of $1,011/mo is about 14% below the AL state average of $1,181/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

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