Athens, OH Homes for Rent

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  Starting at $865 Per Month

  • Studio - 3 Beds

  12 Carriage Hill Dr, Athens, OH 45701

  The Campus Heights community features a brand-new clubhouse and a pet-friendly environment. Choose from a variety of studio and 1-3 bedroom apartment floor plans where utilities are all-inclusive at a set rate of $75.00 monthly. Find us located just minutes away from the Ohio University campus to see our community in person. Discover your new home at Campus Heights apartments near OU and take a

  Campus Heights Student

  

  12 Carriage Hill Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $1,500 Per Month

  • 2 - 3 Beds

  30 Station St, Athens, OH 45701

  Sycamore Place East and West is a unique residential community which offers comfort, quality and convenience. Nestled between the Ohio University West Green and downtown Athens, Sycamore Place meets both your high standards of taste and quality.

  Sycamore Place

  30 Station St, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $1,160 Per Month

  • 1 - 2 Beds

  186 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701

  Mill Street Village is a quiet village community, in walking distance of Ohio University's campus as well as Court Street and Athens' popular entertainment venues. Offering 1 bedroom efficiency and 2 bedroom garden and townhouse style apartments with all utilities and Wi-Fi internet are included. Now leasing for Summer and Fall move ins 2026-2027.Enjoy the outdoors with lush, park-like

  Mill Street Village

  

  186 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $1,450 Per Month

  • 2 Beds

  30 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701

  Phoenix on Court is a unique residential community which offers comfort, quality and convenience. Located in the Athens historic district, the building was constructed in 1887 and is now listed on the National Historic Register. The apartments were remodeled to provide a more modern living atmosphere. This provides the distinct quality of living in a modern apartment, while still being located in

  Phoenix on Court

  30 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $850 Per Month

  • 2 - 4 Beds

  363 Richland Ave, Athens, OH 45701

  The Summit at Coates Run in Athens, Ohio is only minutes from Ohio University! We offer 4 bedrooms 4 baths, 3 bedrooms 3 bath, and a select number of 2 bedrooms and two 2 bath apartment homes. Each apartment comes fully furnished with a leather couch and chair, entertainment center, coffee table, end table, and four bar stools at the breakfast bar. The kitchen appliances are all GE appliances,

  The Summit at Coates Run

  

  363 Richland Ave, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $1,600 Per Month

  • 1 - 2 Beds

  63 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701

  Where Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort in the Heart of Athens, Ohio.The Lostro is a residential hotel, extended-stay and short-term rental complex in Athens, Ohio. Originally an old historic automotive car dealership from the 1900s, this property has been beautifully renovated to offer guests a unique and convenient stay in the heart of Athens. Using a tech-forward virtual online booking

  The Lostro

  

  63 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $770 Per Month

  • 1 - 3 Beds

  6 Monticello Dr, Athens, OH 45701

  Monticello Village is located in the heart of Athens, Ohio. Enjoy the quiet living! This beautiful, friendly, and diverse community is tucked away in a serene setting just moments from downtown Athens and the Ohio University Campus. We offer our residents many wonderful amenities, including a playground, laundry facilities, free parking and we are Pet Friendly! Our spacious and affordable units

  Monticello Village

  6 Monticello Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $450 Per Month

  • 1 - 2 Beds

  13050 Hawks Nest Rd, Athens, OH 45701

  Welcome to ACT APARTMENTS in Athens and Nelsonville OHIO!! NOW LEASING FOR 2026 & 2027! - OHIO UNIVERSITY AND HOCKING COLLEGE AWARD WINNING, PET FRIENDLY, FAMILY BUILT AND OWNED 30 YEARS + REAL-ESTATE PROFESSIONALS.One of the last true small American family business's. See our excellent REAL tenant reviews as well as extensive details, accurate photos and all of our DIRECT contact

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  13050 Hawks Nest Rd, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $650 Per Month

  • 4 Beds

  14-18 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701

  4 bedroom apartments located at 14 1/2 S and 18 1/2 South Court Street available for the ‘27-‘28 school year. Only 1 block from Ohio Universities campus.

  18 S Court St

  14-18 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $550 Per Month

  • 1 - 6 Beds

  21 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701

  21 S Court St, Athens, OH 45701
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  Starting at $788 Per Month

  • 1 - 3 Beds

  9309 Oh-682, Athens, OH 45701

  Welcome to Kershaw Greene I, where affordability meets high quality living. Our apartment community in Athens, Ohio offers a range of amenities to enhance your lifestyle, all at a price that won't break the bank. With housing vouchers welcomed, we strive to make our community accessible to all. Enjoy the convenience of on-site maintenance and laundry facilities, as well as free internet

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  9309 Oh-682, Athens, OH 45701
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  • 3 Beds

  152 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701

  152 Mill St. has a total of six apartments. Each three bedroom apartment has an identical floor plan designed with student’s needs and convenience in mind, with an efficient all electric heat pump (central air) heating and cooling system.3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS: The living room has a floor plan designed for optimal seating, with a high ceiling and crown molding, and a french double door

  152 Mill St. Luxury apartments near OU

  152 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $650

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,400 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  6 Elliott St Unit C, Athens, OH 45701

  Enjoy spacious housing and affordable rent in this 5-bedroom, 2-bath apartment, located a convenient walk from downtown Athens Ohio. Open kitchen and living room with two full bathrooms plus a covered porch offers an ideal setting. This home includes central air conditioning, lawn care and a washer/dryer. Plus, pets are welcome with an additional fee and there is off street parking available!

  6 Elliott St Unit C, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,400

  Total Monthly Price

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 524 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  13 Fern St Unit 1, Athens, OH 45701

  OHIO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS! Two bedroom apt., just steps from Court St. Front porch. Gas furnace. Washer/dryer. Back yard. Includes window blind. Rent and deposit is each person. Lawn care and full-time maintenance provided. Lease starts May 2, 2027 and ends April 30, 2028.

  13 Fern St Unit 1, Athens, OH 45701
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  $675 - $845

  Total Monthly Price

  • 1 - 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 700 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  8666 Rock Riffle Rd, Athens, OH 45701

  Conveniently located just outside of Athens, 8666 Rock Riffle Road offers the comfort of a quieter setting while keeping Ohio University, uptown Athens, and everyday amenities only minutes away. Positioned along one of Athens County’s most scenic roads, the property provides easy access to town yet is nestled in the woods among ancient oaks. With nearby access to Strouds Run State Park,

  8666 Rock Riffle Rd, Athens, OH 45701
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  $425

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,051 Sq Ft
  • House for Rent

  116 W Washington St, Athens, OH 45701

  Jump on this chance to rent a beautiful, early 1900's home with all hardwood floors, garage parking, a large front porch and yard and with uptown Athens right around the corner. * Available: August 2026 * Rent is $425/person/month. $1,275/month total. Must rent house as a whole * Onsite garage parking for 2 cars * 3 bedrooms * 1 bathrooms * Washer and dryer

  116 W Washington St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $625 - $650

  Total Monthly Price

  • 4 - 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,200 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  30 E Carpenter St, Athens, OH 45701

  **PRICED AT $650/PERSON--If there’s a sure thing in Athens, Ohio, it’s that if you want to be close to the action, both academically and socially, the place to live is the uptown area, specifically Court Street. The four-block, quarter-mile span of Court Street, from Ohio University’s Baker Center on the south end to the Carpenter Street T-intersection on the north, contains ample options for

  30 E Carpenter St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,000

  Total Monthly Price

  • 1 Bed
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,000 Sq Ft
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  4 Sue Dr, Athens, OH 45701

  LOOKING FOR A HOUSEMATEShared house with private bedroom, 1/2 storage bedroom and private downstairs living room area $110 (Utilities and internet ARE Included)Half of a newly renovated house available. Your space includes a private bedroom, private bathroom and private 16 x 20 living room with 1/2 bath in laundry room and porch off of your family room.You'll share a large

  4 Sue Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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  $825

  Total Monthly Price

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 490 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  8000 Rolling Hills Rd Unit 86, Athens, OH 45701

  This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is ideal for the Grad student or working Athens county resident on a budget. It features a spacious open kitchen with bay window allowing great natural light into the space. The two-tone wood wall paneling details actually give the space some creative and vintage style. There is one little bedroom which is ideal for a home office and one large bedroom with a spacious

  8000 Rolling Hills Rd Unit 86, Athens, OH 45701
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  $575

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,250 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  26 Hocking St Unit B, Athens, OH 45701

  Spacious 5 bedroom with 2 full bathrooms. The apartment is spread out over 2 floors. Has a nice deck and parking is included. With an open floor plan for the kitchen and living room, this unit is ideal for hosting get togethers. Very Large Bedrooms as well.

  26 Hocking St Unit B, Athens, OH 45701
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  $725

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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 732 Sq Ft
  • House for Rent

  8000 Rolling Hills Dr, Athens, OH 45701

  2 bedroom and 1 bath manufactured home is ideal for the Grad student or working professional. Open floor plan, standalone home. Washer/dryer hookups. Great natural light plus "vintage" feel. Rolling Hills home park is conveniently located and just a couple minutes drive to Ohio University Campus and Uptown Athens.Residents 2 month security deposit earns 5% interest to be returned

  8000 Rolling Hills Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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  $900 - $1,200

  Total Monthly Price

  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 275 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  86 W State St, Athens, OH 45701

  COLLEGE HOUSING / OHIO UNIVERSITY A quick walk to N Court! One of Athens historic buildings. Apts have character. Large windows. Rent includes gas heat, trash/sewer/recycling/water and lawn care. Full time maintenance provided. Lease starts May 2, 2027, ends Sunday, April 30, 2028.

  86 W State St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $3,125

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,630 Sq Ft
  • House for Rent

  244 E State St, Athens, OH 45701

  OHIO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS!! Five bedroom house. Full kitchen with dishwasher. Full bath, each floor. Central Air. Front porch. Washer & dryer. Gas furnace. Gas hot water. Window blinds included. Price listed is total. Rent includes lawn care and full time maintenance. Off street parking. Lease starts May 2, 2027, ends Sunday, April 30, 2028.

  244 E State St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,650

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  216 W Washington St Unit 216, Athens, OH 45701

  AVAILABLE 5/3/2027 $525per PERSON. 3 bdrm 1 bath apartment with washer and dryer

  216 W Washington St Unit 216, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,650

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,200 Sq Ft
  • Townhouse for Rent

  99 S Shafer St Unit A, Athens, OH 45701

  27/28 Availability!! $550 per person One of our nicest is AVAILABLE 27/28 House is right across the street from HCOM short walk to West campus and Russ College. Kitchen with dishwasher Stack washer /dryer in the unit. all living areas on the first floor (living room, laundry, kitchen) Bedrooms and bath on second floor. parking lot with spaces for $50 per semester.

  99 S Shafer St Unit A, Athens, OH 45701
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  $3,125

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,600 Sq Ft
  • House for Rent

  246 E State St, Athens, OH 45701

  COLLEGE HOUSING / OHIO UNIVERSITY ! Five private bedrooms; one on the first floor, three on the second floor & one on the third floor. Central air. Two bathrooms. Kitchen includes range, dishwasher & two refrigerators. Large dining room and living room. Front porch. Double-pane vinyl windows. Window blinds included. Washer / dryer. Private parking behind house. Rent & deposit are totals. Rent

  246 E State St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $650 - $700

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 - 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,000 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  84 N Court St, Athens, OH 45701

  Three story four bedroom two bath apartment on Court St. Central AC, washer/dryer, large bedrooms and an open floorplan! Each Room has a Court Street View. Parking available! Rent is $700 per person.

  84 N Court St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $2,100

  Total Monthly Price

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,200 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  197 W State St Unit C, Athens, OH 45701

  197 W State St Unit C, Athens, OH 45701
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  $3,375

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,500 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  9 Fern St Unit C, Athens, OH 45701

  COLLEGE HOUSING / OHIO UNIVERSITY 9 Fern apts are N Court St adjacent. Apt has two floors, five private bedrooms, each with deck access. Full kitchen down, mini-kitchen up. Rent & deposit are total amounts. 5 person lease. Apt C lease starts May 2, 2027, ends Sunday, April 30, 2028.

  9 Fern St Unit C, Athens, OH 45701
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  $600

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,000 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  2 Elliott St Unit 2.5, Athens, OH 45701

  Three bedroom, one bath apartment located upstairs with a large kitchen and living room plus a great porch! Full basement offers washer, dryer and storage. Off street parking for three included!

  2 Elliott St Unit 2.5, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,200

  Total Monthly Price

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 600 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  41 Mill St Unit 41B, Athens, OH 45701

  COLLEGE HOUSING / OHIO UNIVERSITY. 41 Mill Street is uptown adjacent. Easy walk to campus. Laundry facilities on site. Lawn mowing & full time maintenance provided. Rent includes trash/water. 12 month lease starts Sunday, May 2, 2027, ends Sunday, April 30, 2028.

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  $950

  Total Monthly Price

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 635 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  6230 Radford Rd Unit A, Athens, OH 45701

  Two bedroom apartment, easy drive to campus, 10 minutes, 6.1 miles to Court St. Cat friendly. Ceramic tile floors throughout. Window blinds included. Large yard. Washer/dryer. Rheem 40 gallon electric hot water heater. Energy efficient Rheem 50+ horizontal upflow furnace. 1.5 ton, 410 A Rheem central air conditioner. Carport with upgraded electric, secured storage. Covered deck. Rent includes

  6230 Radford Rd Unit A, Athens, OH 45701
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  $650

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,000 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  169 Mill St Unit 169, Athens, OH 45701

  Bring Fido along when you and your friends rent this five-bedroom, two-bathroom house on Mill Street. A huge back yard and a great back deck make this the ideal setting for social gatherings and canine exercise. Other conveniences include a storage room, washer/dryer, dishwasher and central air conditioning. Plus, you’ll be within walking distance of campus and downtown Athens.

  169 Mill St Unit 169, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,575

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,100 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  205 W Washington St Unit 1, Athens, OH 45701

  Available 5/3/27 Best price we've ever put on these units. close to Heritage Hall and Russ 3 Bdrm,. Kitchen has built in microwave, dishwasher, range and refrigerator. Washer and dryer in your laundry area All new windows, flooring and lighting too. Central AC/Electric heat & hot water. Utilities NOT included. Average utility cost are $150 Electric $75 Water/sewer. The unit is All Electric.

  205 W Washington St Unit 1, Athens, OH 45701
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  $4,000

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,500 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  68 N Court St Unit 68B, Athens, OH 45701

  COLLEGE HOUSING / OHIO UNIVERSITY Living room of this 5-bed apt overlooks N Court Street! Incredible location to watch the Halloween Block Party and Court St nightlife!! Next door to Stephen's Restaurant, North End Restaurant, Hot Box Chicken, Big Run Kava Bar and Courtside Pizza. Two full bathrooms. Study alcove with skylight. Washer / dryer. Central air and fire suppression system. Rent &

  68 N Court St Unit 68B, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,350

  Total Monthly Price

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,900 Sq Ft
  • House for Rent

  8074 Rolling Hills Dr, Athens, OH 45701

  This affordable and spacious 3 bedroom / 1 bath is a modern and fresh single-family home located conveniently to the highway 50 West, while remaining tucked away on quiet and community-friendly Rolling Hills Drive. The commute from this house to Ohio University and the uptown area is a quick 8 minute drive.8074 Rolling Hills – Athens: This property features a private yard, and front

  8074 Rolling Hills Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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  $650

  Total Monthly Price

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,500 Sq Ft
  • House for Rent

  174 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701

  Five bedroom, two bathroom house with a great front porch and car port! Includes newly installed flooring, central a/c, kitchen, and washer/dryer, full basement and off street parking!

  174 Mill St, Athens, OH 45701
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  $695

  Total Monthly Price

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 550 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  527 Richland Ave Unit 527.5 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701

  527 Richland Ave Unit 527.5 Richland Avenue, Athens, OH 45701
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  $1,300

  Total Monthly Price

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 720 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  196 W Washington St Unit 196, Athens, OH 45701

  OHIO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS!! two bedroom apartment. Includes window blinds. Rent includes trash and water. Large yard. Roomy front deck. Energy efficient gas furnace. Full-time maintenance provided. Lease starts May 2, 2027 and ends April 30, 2028.

  196 W Washington St Unit 196, Athens, OH 45701
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  $700 - $725

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  • 3 - 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,000 Sq Ft
  • Condo for Rent

  38 N Court St, Athens, OH 45701

  3 and 4 bedroom apartments in Uptown Athens, spacious with high ceilings, full-sized appliances, granite counter tops, real tile in the bathrooms and kitchens and a washer/dryer provided in every apartment. Air conditioning and hardwood floors are standard throughout. Parking available for every tenant! The building is very secure with a locked door at the street level as well as

  38 N Court St, Athens, OH 45701

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Why Live in Athens

Athens, Ohio, is the largest city in Athens County and home to Ohio University, the oldest public university in the state. The city's population surges in the fall with the arrival of students, contributing to a vibrant local culture centered around school spirit. The city hosts numerous annual events, including live music festivals like Boogie on the Bricks and the Athens Community Arts & Music Festival.

Cultural attractions include the Kennedy Museum of Art and the Dairy Barn Arts Center. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore thousands of acres of public parks, including the Strouds Ridge Preserve System. They can also enjoy the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, a 22-mile paved trail. Shopping is concentrated along East State Street, while Uptown Athens offers local favorites like Donkey Coffee and Bagel Street Deli.

Athens City School District serves the area with five public schools. The city is accessible via U.S. Route 33, with Columbus 70 miles northwest and Parkersburg, West Virginia, 40 miles east.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Athens, OH?

The median rent for a home in Athens, OH is $716 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of September 2026, single-family homes tend to be the most affordable option while townhouses and condos are currently more expensive.

How much do you need to make to afford rent in Athens, OH?

To comfortably afford the median rent in Athens, OH, a household needs to earn roughly $28,640 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $716 per month in Athens, OH, renters typically need to show $2,148 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.

Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Athens, OH?

In Athens, OH, the price-to-rent ratio is 32.6, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Trends in Athens, OH

There are currently 92 homes available for rent in Athens, OH. The median rent is $716 per month, with single-family homes renting at $700, townhouses at $700 and condos at $717.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent 92	Median Rent $716
Median Single Family Home Rent $700	Median Townhouse Rent $700
Median Condo Rent $717