Established in 1785, the University of Georgia is the state's flagship college -- and one of its most recognized. UGA, home of the Bulldogs, has a reputation for excellence both on and off the field. UGA is a public research university and is considered a "Public Ivy." Its sports teams compete in NCAA Division I as part of the SEC.
Off-campus housing in Athens is plentiful, and since Athens is extremely walkable, it's possible to walk or bike to class -- although bus service is readily available. Students of the UGA School of Law or the Terry College of Business might want to focus on the northern side of campus near Broad Street. Those frequenting the Driftmier Engineering Center or the Daniel B. Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources may prefer apartments near Lexington Road and Barnett Shoals Road.
Whether you are moving to Athens to be close to UGA, for work, or because the cost of living is terrific, you'll find plenty to do -- the music scene is legendary, and the city is filled with shops and restaurants. Don’t miss the Antebellum Bicycle Trail, which extends 170 miles along Georgia’s antebellum towns. The beer scene is great with several brewing companies to discover (try taking an Athens Brewery Tour or the Brews & Qs Trail).
A mural done by artist David Hale during Athfest, a popular music and arts festival
Creature Comforts Brewing Company is located in a historic warehouse downtown
A tree-lined street in Downtown Athens
Athens is filled with quirky destinations for students
Bulldog statues, all about four feet high and painted by artists, are everywhere in Athens
The iconic Georgia Theatre is part of the Athens Music History Walking Tour
As of May 2025, the average apartment rent in Athens, GA is $978 for a studio, $1,197 for one bedroom, $1,384 for two bedrooms, and $1,693 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Athens has decreased by -0.3% in the past year.
Studio
506 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$978/month
Average Rent
1 BR
706 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,197/month
Average Rent
2 BR
989 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,384/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,257 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,693/month
Average Rent
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Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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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.
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