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Studio Townhomes for Rent in Athens, OH

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    $700 Per Month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 280 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    4 Spring St, Athens, OH 45701

    Discounted rent Per Bedroom x 1 Bedroom This apartment has a very generous amount of space for a studio! It features hard wood floors and is walking distance to campus. Free street parking is very easy to find at this location. $78 a month for water, trash, and sewer. Tenant puts electric and gas in their name. This quaint property is located on Athens East Side and features

    4 Spring St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $650 Per Month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 456 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    26 S Shafer St, Athens, OH 45701

    This studio apartment features a spacious living room, a full-size bathroom with a tub, and is conveniently close to campus. Listed rent is discounted and based on one person. Please contact us for additional details regarding rent. $78 a month for water, trash, and sewer. Tenant puts electric in their name. This duplex is located on the West side of Athens near the West End Cider

    26 S Shafer St, Athens, OH 45701
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    $630 Per Month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 300 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    118 Franklin Ave, Athens, OH 45701

    This petite apartment features plenty of built-in shelving, a small back yard and is a short walk to campus and uptown. Listed rent is discounted and is based on one tenant. Please contact us for additional details regarding rent. $78 for water, trash, and sewer. Tenant puts gas and electric in their name. This cute duplex is located within walking distance to Ohio University

    118 Franklin Ave, Athens, OH 45701

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a townhouse in Athens, OH?
The median rent for a townhouse in Athens, OH is $700 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 $28,600 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 $715 per month in Athens, OH, renters typically need to show $2,145 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 Home Trends

Number of Townhouses for Rent
3
Median Townhouse Rent
$700
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$725
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,650
Median 4 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$675
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