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Athens, OH Houses for Rent

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    $1,575

    Total Monthly Price

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,200 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    230 W State St, Athens, OH 45701

    Fantastic, historic, spacious Victorian brick house across the street from landmark Athens Ohio eatery Miller’s Chicken. This sturdy-brick, single-family home has three bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 baths, and large kitchen complete with breakfast nook. Hardwood floors and lots of closets + an excellent front porch and the smell of fried chicken wafting through the air.230 West State – Athens:

    230 W State St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $1,800

    Total Monthly Price

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,500 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    533 Richland Ave, Athens, OH 45701

    Three bedroom house. Hardwood floors. Italian ceramic tile in kitchen & bathroom. Gas hot water. Washer & dryer. Back patio. Off street parking for three or more vehicles. Window AC. Basement utility room; extra shower. 90 Plus (efficiency) Goodmen Gas furnace. Rent is 1800 total, 3 person joint lease, option to pay in 4 installments or monthly. Rent includes lawn care & full-time maintenance.

    533 Richland Ave, Athens, OH 45701
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    $625 - $825

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 624 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701

    Heatherstone Village presents affordable manufactured housing living in a safe, pastoral setting. A favorite of graduate students, faculty, and working professionals, Heatherstone Village offers a quiet retreat from the daily grind yet within ten minutes residents are in the heart of Athens courtesy of quick highway access. Some residents enjoy growing produce in their own private community

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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    $625 - $825

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 624 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701

    Heatherstone Village presents affordable manufactured housing living in a safe, pastoral setting. A favorite of graduate students, faculty, and working professionals, Heatherstone Village offers a quiet retreat from the daily grind yet within ten minutes residents are in the heart of Athens courtesy of quick highway access. Some residents enjoy growing produce in their own private community

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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    $475

    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: June 2026 * Rent is $475/person/month. $1,425/month total. Must rent house as a whole * 3 bedrooms * 1 bathrooms * Washer and dryer available * Hardwood floors * Large

    116 W Washington St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $1,290

    Total Monthly Price

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,430 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    52 Carol Ln Unit B, Athens, OH 45701

    Newly constructed basement apartment. Ideal for the commuter. EV Friendly! Charge your electric car in the garage with a 240v 50amp port. Lovely brick ranch home in Athens’ highly-desirable and peaceful Wonder Hills neighborhood just 5 minutes from Uptown Athens. Set at the top of the hill, apartment B is the basement and comes with the attached garage. The mud room/laundry room that includes a

    52 Carol Ln Unit B, Athens, OH 45701
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    $4,165

    Total Monthly Price

    • 6 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,400 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    8 N High St, Athens, OH 45701

    Very well-located LARGE 7 bed/2 bath house with big bedrooms, multiple living/sitting/entertainment rooms, separate laundry room with extra refrigerator, massive back yard, and 3 off-street parking spots. Parking is included with the rent, but this is right uptown so you'll likely be walking to everything!Available May 8th, 2027, 12 month lease.Discounted rent is $4,165 per month

    8 N High St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $825

    Total Monthly Price

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 750 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    193 N Lancaster St, Athens, OH 45701

    Spacious kitchen and main room. Recently updated bathroom, and large private porch.

    193 N Lancaster St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $1,690

    Total Monthly Price

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,633 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    804 Altamonte Dr, Athens, OH 45701

    How many times have you said to yourself “With all of this student housing in Athens, Ohio where can a person rent a nice place?” Well, here you are: This elegant 3 bedroom / 2 bath condominium at High Pointe Village in the incredibly scenic University Estates features quality and unrivaled community amenities. The master suite includes a walk in closet & full bath while the second and third

    804 Altamonte Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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    $625 - $825

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 624 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701

    Heatherstone Village presents affordable manufactured housing living in a safe, pastoral setting. A favorite of graduate students, faculty, and working professionals, Heatherstone Village offers a quiet retreat from the daily grind yet within ten minutes residents are in the heart of Athens courtesy of quick highway access. Some residents enjoy growing produce in their own private community

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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    $725

    Total Monthly Price

    • 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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    $625 - $825

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 624 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701

    Heatherstone Village presents affordable manufactured housing living in a safe, pastoral setting. A favorite of graduate students, faculty, and working professionals, Heatherstone Village offers a quiet retreat from the daily grind yet within ten minutes residents are in the heart of Athens courtesy of quick highway access. Some residents enjoy growing produce in their own private community

    7600 Heatherstone Dr, Athens, OH 45701
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    $1,800 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • House for Rent

    10644 Peach Ridge Rd, Athens, OH 45701

    For Rent: Stunning 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Home on a Large Lot - Vaulted Ceilings & 2-Story Deck!This beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers space, style, and comfort both inside and out. Nestled on a large lot, it features a spacious layout with soaring vaulted ceilings and a bright open feel throughout.Highlights:3 bedrooms / 2 full

    10644 Peach Ridge Rd, Athens, OH 45701
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    $486 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • House for Rent

    9 Brown Ave, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 4 BedroomsThis house has been recently updated! It features 2 baths, washer/dryer, a large back yard, and a spacious covered front porch. Please contact us for additional details.

    9 Brown Ave, Athens, OH 45701
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    $650 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,552 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    120 N Congress St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 4 BedroomsThis spacious 4 bedroom house is in a great location and is super close to uptown! Features 2 full baths, a large living room and bar room, bonus room, washer/dryer, large yard, and FREE off-street parking. Please contact us for additional details regarding rent.

    120 N Congress St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $600 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,933 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    39 Walker St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedrooms x 4 BedroomsThis three-story house on the West side is very spacious and features two large balconies, an open concept living area, large bedrooms, central air/heat, dishwasher, and a washer/dryer. Tenants can also enjoy a two-car garage! This property is just a short 5 minute walk to Court St. and a 10 minute walk to campus!

    39 Walker St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $600 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,933 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    47 1st St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 4 BedroomsThis three-story houses on the West side is so spacious, there's potential to add a fifth roommate! It features two large balconies, an open concept living area, large bedrooms, central air/heat, dishwasher, and a washer/dryer. Tenants can also enjoy a two-car garage! This property is just a short 5-minute walk to Court St. and a 10-minute walk to

    47 1st St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $625 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 890 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    186 W Washington St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Person x 3 Bedrooms This recently updated house is conveniently located on the West side of town and is very close to uptown & campus. It features new floors, sizeable bedrooms, central air/heat, washer/dryer, and a huge wrap-around porch! Please contact us for additional details regarding rent.

    186 W Washington St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $675 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • House for Rent

    61 1st St, Athens, OH 45701

    3 bedroom, 1 bath home with a nice kitchen, spacious living room and large yard. This home has off street parking. Just a short walk to uptown Athens.

    61 1st St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $2,400 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • House for Rent

    51 Madison Ave, Athens, OH 45701

    Spacious 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Available Now!This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers comfort, space, and convenience — just minutes from Ohio University and downtown Athens!Features:Bright, open-concept living areaFully equipped kitchen with modern appliancesWasher and dryer includedCentral air conditioning and heatingSpacious bedrooms

    51 Madison Ave, Athens, OH 45701
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    $634 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,224 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    98 Hudson Ave, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 3 BedroomsThese 3 bedroom town-homes are nestled on the East Side of town and have a delightful country setting. There is easy access to the bike path that is located just behind the property, it is a short walk to East Elementary, plenty of parking, washer/dryer, dishwasher, central air, and back deck! Please contact us for additional details regarding rent.

    98 Hudson Ave, Athens, OH 45701
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    $685 Per Month

    • 7 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,652 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    116 N Congress St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 7 BedroomsLocated on a corner lot on one of the most popular streets in Athens, this spacious property can house up to 10 people! You and your friends can enjoy a huge yard with a front porch, washer/dryer, 2 refrigerators, dishwasher, 50" flat-screen TV in one of the two living rooms (one upstairs & one downstairs), and spacious bedrooms. Please contact us

    116 N Congress St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $483 Per Month

    • 6 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,028 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    127 W State St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 6 BedroomsOne of our largest houses! This amazing, well-maintained home is perfect for a large group of friends who are looking to live close to uptown and Ohio University campus. This house is very energy-efficient with double-pane windows. Enjoy a huge wrap-around front porch, free off-street parking, a huge kitchen with 2 refrigerators, dishwasher, plenty

    127 W State St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $634 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,224 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    100 Hudson Ave, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted Rent Per Bedroom x 3 BedroomsThese 3 bedroom town-homes are nestled on the East Side of town and have a delightful country setting. There is easy access to the bike path that is located just behind the property, it is a short walk to East Elementary, plenty of parking, washer/dryer, dishwasher, central air, and back deck! Please contact us for additional details regarding rent.

    100 Hudson Ave, Athens, OH 45701

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a single-family home in Athens, OH?
The median rent for a single-family home in Athens, OH is $725 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of May 2026, single-family homes tend to be the most affordable option while condos and townhouses 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 $32,000 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 $800 per month in Athens, OH, renters typically need to show $2,400 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 29.2, 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.

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Number of Houses for Rent
24
Median Single Family Home Rent
$725
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,433
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$625
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