Numerous Athens Apartments are Available Now

Looking to rent Athens apartments? Well Athens, Georgia is #5 on Kiplinger's list of "Best Cities for 2009." So, you'll definitely enjoy living in this city that has so much to offer its residents.

Athens is probably most famously known for being home to the University of Georgia and if you decide to lease an Athens apartment you'll be at the center of this collegiate experience. With nationally ranked professional programs in Law, Veterinary Medicine, and Pharmacy, and a variety of undergraduate majors, the university has mass appeal as a higher education institution. It's also the largest employer in the city. And the infamous Georgia Bulldogs Athletics - loyal fans from near and far gather throughout the year for football games, gymnastics competitions, track meets and more!

The Athens restaurant scene is another big draw for the area. Both the students renting Athens apartments and the long-time local residents agree. The dining offerings in Athens, GA can't be beat. There are great franchises like Five Guys Burgers and Fries and tasty locally-owned eateries like Transmetropolitan. Eating out on a regular basis may not be feasible for college students. So head down to the Athens Farmers Market for fresh local produce and prepare meals in your Athens apartment kitchen.

Did you know that Athens, GA is where the B-52s and R.E.M got their start? More than just a city for college students, Athens is a great place to live if you're a lover of music. In fact, you should rent an Athens apartment downtown to be at the heart of a city named the #1 "College Music Scene in America" by Rolling Stone. There are a number of venues featuring live music virtually every day of the week. The Melting Pot, Mercury Lounge, 40 Watt and Tasty World are just a few. And, the AthFest comes to the downtown district annually and showcases the music of over 100 bands.

One of the best aspects of living in the city of Athens is that it's within an hour drive of Atlanta, GA. What this means for residents in apartments in Athens is that you won't have to battle the hectic traffic that plagues major metro areas like Atlanta (except on gamedays, of course.) But, you'll have access to all of the great amenities of a big city like museums, shopping, professional sporting events and more.

Rely on ApartmentGuide.com to help you find the apartment in Athens that suits your lifestyle. Are you searching for an Athens apartment or lofts above a downtown boutique? Or perhaps a unit in a quiet complex a good distance from the University of Georgia campus would work better for you. ApartmentGuide.com can help you get there. Search online now.