Cascades on the River
195 Sycamore Dr,
Athens, GA 30606
$1,150 - $1,450
1-3 Beds
Athens
Athens, GA
Area Guide
The proud home to the University of Georgia
College Town
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Welcome to Athens, Georgia, home to the University of Georgia's historic campus. Current rental trends show moderate prices, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,173 per month and two-bedrooms at $1,378, both experiencing a slight decrease from last year. The rental market includes diverse housing options throughout established neighborhoods like Five Points and Normaltown. The walkable downtown district, which borders UGA's North Campus, features local boutiques and restaurants alongside venues that celebrate the city's rich musical heritage, including the 40 Watt Club and Georgia Theatre where R.E.M. and The B-52s first performed.
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia offers 313 acres of trails and themed gardens, while Memorial Park provides walking paths and a bear habitat. The city's history is preserved in its antebellum architecture and historic districts, particularly visible in the Greek Revival buildings downtown that earned Athens its "Classic City" nickname. The arts remain central to Athens' identity, highlighted by events like the annual AthFest music and arts festival. With a population of approximately 127,000, Athens combines historic charm with contemporary appeal, offering residents easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Explore the City
This one-of-a-kind double barreled cannon dates back to 1863 and the Civil War
The Athens-Clarke County City Hall was built in 1845
A lively mural painted during AthFest, a popular art and music festival
The Downtown Athens shopping district
Statue of Ben T. Epps, Georgia's First Aviator
Cross Broad Street and step back in time
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Athens, GA is $996 for a studio, $1,176 for one bedroom, $1,391 for two bedrooms, and $1,623 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Athens has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,176/month
720 Sq Ft
House
$2,091/month
1,341 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,651/month
1,026 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,536/month
1,098 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Athens, GA is 0.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Athens is 0.5% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $996 - $1,623. You can expect to pay 0.5% more for groceries, 2.4% more for utilities, and 6.0% less for transportation.
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Transportation
46
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
42
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Chase Street Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
492 Students
Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
581 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
536 Students
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
487 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
452 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
708 Students
Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
728 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
628 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
635 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,836 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,443 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
24 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Georgia River Network
- Trial Gardens at UGA
- University of Georgia Observatory
- Georgia Museum of Natural History
- Bear Hollow Zoo
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.