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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, AL

159 Rentals Available
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athens, AL. 159 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $900

  • a dining room with a table and chairs and a living room with windows
    29
    Today

    1030 Grande View Blvd., Huntsville, AL 35824
    1 BED $828+
    2 BEDS $983+
    3 BEDS $1,263+
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
    34
    7 days ago

    100 Crimson Rose Drive, Madison, AL 35756
    1 BED $855+
    2 BEDS $1,045+

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Apartments Under $1,000

  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
    Today

    700 S Clinton St, Athens, AL 35611
    1 BED $900
    2 BEDS $1,075+
    3 BEDS $1,350
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    34
    6 days ago

    1028 Balch Rd, Madison, AL 35758
    1 BED $945+
    2 BEDS $1,080+
    3 BEDS $1,220+

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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    32
    Today

    117 Royal Drive, Madison, AL 35758
    1 BED $949+
    2 BEDS $1,042+
    3 BEDS $1,336+
  • A spacious living room with a central coffee table and multiple seating options.
    31
    Today

    222 Kyser Blvd, Madison, AL 35758
    1 BED $950+
    2 BEDS $1,021+
  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.
    7
    Today

    1211 Audobon Lane, Athens, AL 35611
    1 BED $985
    2 BEDS $990+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
    37
    Today

    1450 Paramount Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806
    1 BED $990+
    2 BEDS $1,095+
    3 BEDS $1,255+
  • the preserve at ballantyne commons living room with fireplace and tv
    36
    6 days ago

    165 John Thomas Dr., Madison, AL 35757
    1 BED $991+
    2 BEDS $1,092+
    3 BEDS $1,311+

Apartments Under $1,100

  • a living room with a fireplace and a blue rug
    35
    Today

    201 Water Hill Road, Madison, AL 35758
    1 BED $1,002+
    2 BEDS $1,060+
    3 BEDS $1,121+
  • A living room with a brown couch and a white table.
    27
    Today

    685 Providence Main Street, Huntsville, AL 35806
    1 BED $1,013+
    2 BEDS $1,188+
    3 BEDS $1,333+

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  • a living room with a couch and a table in front of a kitchen
    28
    Today

    1 Madison Park Drive, Madison, AL 35758
    1 BED $1,014+
    2 BEDS $1,173+
    3 BEDS $1,663+
  • a living wall in a living room with a table and chairs
    13
    Today

    5550 Promenade Point Parkway, Madison, AL 35758
    1 BED $1,024+
    2 BEDS $1,094+
    3 BEDS $1,316+
  • an outdoor kitchen with a grill and a table with chairs
    Today

    1260 Balch Road, Madison, AL 35757
    1 BED $1,054+
    2 BEDS $1,229+
    3 BEDS $1,449+
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    21
    Today

    196 Jeff Road, Huntsville, AL 35806
    STUDIO $1,069
    1 BED $1,189+
    2 BEDS $1,349+
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Getting around in Athens, AL

2 /100
Car-Dependent
28 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 2, Bike Score®: 28

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Athens, AL?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $900 and $1,650.

How many cheap rentals are available in Athens, AL on RentCafe?

There are 16 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Athens, AL were last updated on 24 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Athens, AL?

The average Athens, AL cheap apartment size is 976 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Athens, AL?

Cheap apartments in Athens, AL are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Athens, AL?

A cheap apartment in Athens, AL offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Athens, AL? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Athens, AL has never been easier. We feature 159 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Athens, AL average. What is a cheap rent in Athens, AL? The average apartment rent in Athens is $1,213 per month so any rental south of $971 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Athens, AL rents go as low as $828/mo.

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