Athens, IL rental market
Last updated August 30, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Athens, IL is $300.
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Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $300 to $950.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $0 | 1 |
| $900+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $300 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb | $775 | $300 |
| Jun | $850 | $300 |
| Jul | $850 | $800 |
| Aug | $800 | $300 |
| Oct | $300 | $300 |
| Nov | $800 | $300 |
| Dec | $300 | $300 |
Market temperature
The Athens, IL rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
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Rent in Athens, IL is 86% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Athens, IL?
The average rent in Athens, IL is $300.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Athens, IL?
Houses in Athens, IL rent between $300 - $950 with an average rent of $300.
3. How has the rent in Athens, IL changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Athens, IL increased by $300
4. How much has the rent in Athens, IL increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Athens, IL did not change.
5. How many available rentals are there in Athens, IL?
There are currently 2 rentals available in Athens, IL.
6. How do rent prices in Athens, IL compare with the national average?
The average rent in Athens, IL is $300 — 85.71% lower the national average of $2,100.