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    Average Rent in Athens, LA (2026)

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Athens, LA is $920/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -6.1% year over year. Rents range from $920 to $920.

    Average Rent · 1-Bedroom

    $920/mo

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes

    Year-over-Year

    ↓ -6.1%

    Source: HUD Fair Market Rent

    Data through

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Athens, LA is $920/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 6.1% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Athens is 23% below the national average of $1,196/month.

    Average rent in Athens, LA ranges from $920 to $920 across 1 ZIP codes.

    Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Athens, LA is approximately 6.1% for 2026. An increase above 6.1% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.

    Key Facts

    Average 1-BR rent: $920/mo
    Year-over-year change: -6.1%
    Coverage: 1 ZIP codes
    Data source: HUD Small Area FMR FY2026
    vs. national avg: 23% below ($1,196/mo)

    Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.

    Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.

    How much is rent in Athens, LA?

    The average 1-bedroom rent in Athens, LA is $920/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Athens are relatively uniform, clustering around $920/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $36,800/year.

    Is rent going up in Athens?

    Rents in Athens have decreased 6.1% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.

    What is a fair rent increase in Athens?

    Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 6.1% is in line with the Athens market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.

    What Should Rent Cost in Athens?

    Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.

    Studio$790 – $908

    A studio in Athens typically rents for $790 – $908.

    Rents above $1,044 are in the top 25% for this area.

    1-Bedroom$920 – $1,058

    A 1-bedroom in Athens typically rents for $920 – $1,058.

    Rents above $1,217 are in the top 25% for this area.

    2-Bedroom$1,090 – $1,254

    A 2-bedroom in Athens typically rents for $1,090 – $1,254.

    Rents above $1,442 are in the top 25% for this area.

    3-Bedroom$1,310 – $1,506

    A 3-bedroom in Athens typically rents for $1,310 – $1,506.

    Rents above $1,732 are in the top 25% for this area.

    4-Bedroom$1,630 – $1,874

    A 4-bedroom in Athens typically rents for $1,630 – $1,874.

    Rents above $2,155 are in the top 25% for this area.

    Federal Rent Benchmarks for Athens

    HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.

    Studio

    $790

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    1-Bedroom

    $920

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    2-Bedroom

    $1,090

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    3-Bedroom

    $1,310

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    4-Bedroom

    $1,630

    HUD Fair Market Rent

    Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated

    Zip Codes in Athens

    Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.

    HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire Lincoln Parish, LA metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.

    71003

    All zip codes in Athens share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($920 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.

    County-level FMR shown in city summary above.

    How Does Athens Compare?

    Arcadia, LA
    $780/mo-15%
    Calhoun, LA
    $770/mo-16%
    Choudrant, LA
    $790/mo-14%
    Downsville, LA
    $940/mo+2%
    Dubach, LA
    $730/mo-21%

    Questions about rent in Athens

    What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Athens, LA?

    The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Athens, LA is $920/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 23% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $920 to $920 depending on ZIP code.

    What is a fair rent increase in Athens?

    A rent increase up to about 6.1% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Athens. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $920/month.

    Are rents going up or down in Athens?

    Rents in Athens have decreased 6.1% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the Lincoln Parish, LA area.

    How much do rents vary across Athens?

    1-bedroom rents across Athens range from $920 to $920 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.

    Can my landlord raise my rent in Athens?

    We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Athens. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.

    How much should I spend on rent in Athens?

    The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Athens at $920/month, a household would need approximately $36,800/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.

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