Rent to own Homes in Athens, AL

The county seat in Limestone County, Alabama, Athens was incorporated in 1818, one year before the state officially joined the Union. Through its lifespan, the city has been honored with some important historical events, such as in 1934, when Athens was the first city to receive electricity from the Tennessee Valley Authority. Currently, it has a population of about 22,000 residents. With a land area of 39.4 square miles, Athens has a low population density and a lot of room for residents to move around.

Athens, AL is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $53,144 and a median rent of $657, the Athens, AL rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Athens, AL. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Athens, AL rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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146 WATERBURY DR
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Single Family Home
Harvest, AL 35749
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3
2680 ft2
1991
1 of 11 30100 E RAILROAD ST
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Single Family Home
Ardmore, TN 38449
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1
900 ft2
1935
3631 NW Stag Run Drive
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Northwest Huntsville
Single Family Home
Huntsville, AL 35810
5
2
2017 ft2
1965
123 WESTBURY DR SW
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Southwest Huntsville
Single Family Home
Huntsville, AL 35802
3
2
1841 ft2
1963
1 of 2 10204 Blair Day Lane
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Southwest Huntsville
Single Family Home
Huntsville, AL 35802
4
4
3122 ft2
1 of 31 1029 BRANSCOMB CIR SE
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Southeast Quadrant
Single Family Home
Huntsville, AL 35803
3
2
1340 ft2
1984
1 of 33 7305 KENDAMA CT SE
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Single Family Home
Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763
3
3
2901 ft2
2018
264 JOHNS CEMETERY RD
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Single Family Home
Pulaski, TN 38478
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2
1300 ft2
2008
264 John Cemetery Rd
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Townhouse/Condo
Pulaski, TN 38478
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2
0 ft2
2008
111 BRANTON CT
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Single Family Home
New Market, AL 35761
3
2
1537 ft2
2022
1 of 45 22284 KENNEMER LN
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
4
4
2908 ft2
2018
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13672 PLAINFIELD DR
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Athens, AL 35613
4
3
3055 ft2
2022
Thorton B1 Capshaw Road
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Athens, AL 35613
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4
4190 ft2
18610 Oxbow Lane
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Athens, AL 35613
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2
0 ft2
2024
25880 Finchley Drive
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Athens, AL 35613
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2024
New
25864 Finchley Drive
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Athens, AL 35613
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0 ft2
2024
18794 Cottontail Lane
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
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2
1436 ft2
McKinley A1 Capshaw Road
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
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3
3525 ft2
1 of 2 25424 Kenora Street
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
3
2
1703 ft2
2024
1 of 2 25134 Addlestone Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
3
2
1850 ft2
12641 JUNIORS DR
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Single Family Home
Madison, AL 35756
3
2
1833 ft2
2022
1 of 2 14959 Greenleaf Drive
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Athens, AL 35613
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2
1703 ft2
2024
25940 Finchley Drive
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Athens, AL 35613
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0 ft2
2024
12750 HUDBUG DR
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Single Family Home
Madison, AL 35756
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2
2314 ft2
2022
25128 Whitcomb Circle
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
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2
1850 ft2
25432 Kenora Street
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Athens, AL 35613
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2
2106 ft2
2024
24057 Quints Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
4
2
1914 ft2
1 of 35 25427 NETTLEBROOKE DR
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
4
3
3104 ft2
2022
1 of 49 24740 RICHMOND DR
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
4
4
3301 ft2
2007
1 of 2 14995 Greenleaf Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
4
2
2106 ft2
2024
12833 COPPERTOP LN
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Single Family Home
Madison, AL 35756
4
2
2120 ft2
2021
1 of 2 24682 SILENT SPRING DR
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
3
2
2035 ft2
2010
Manchester II Nightingale Drive
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Athens, AL 35611
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3
0 ft2
2024
14573 NORFLEET DR
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
3
2
1889 ft2
2011
12512 Delia Ann Lane
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Athens, AL 35613
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2
1703 ft2
2024
12567 Dale Rd
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Athens, AL 35613
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0 ft2
13463 National Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
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2
1550 ft2
18549 Oxbow Lane
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
3
2
1535 ft2
2024
16410 Hamilton Place
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
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0 ft2
1 of 50 24664 RICHMOND DR
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
5
4
3749 ft2
1999
17964 Daniel Island Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35611
3
2
1785 ft2
The Ryman Hickory Brook Road
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35611
3
2
1164 ft2
2024
20395 Brook Valley Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35611
4
3
2565 ft2
2023
15585 Tillane Park Drive
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Single Family Home
Athens, AL 35613
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2
2106 ft2
2024
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Buying a Home in Athens, AL

Athens, AL is seeing rapid growth and Athens, AL's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -21% below the 2025 national average. Athens, AL is part of Limestone county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2025 for county Limestone is 0.31% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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7 Reasons to Live in Athens, AL

A booming real estate market! Though the average price of homes for sale in Athens is slightly higher than the Alabama average, they still rest comfortably below the United States average. Additionally, there are some neighborhoods with lower overall prices, such as Pinedale Acres or Lester, both of which offer great deals. If you're looking for less of an immediate commitment, there are also rent to own homes on the market.

Very inexpensive rental prices! Whereas a house sale might be closer to the national average, rental prices are extremely inexpensive in Athens. This is especially true if you know which apartment complexes to look at. Oakleaf offers some of the lowest prices in the city on one and two bedroom units. Windsor is similarly priced and offers a nice alternative.

Take part in the community! There are a variety of local events that happen throughout the year in Athens. On the first Saturday of every month starts with the Alabama Veterans Museum Coffee call at eight a.m. That evening, they hold the Cruise in on The Square, where locals enjoy unique shopping, dining and entertainment events.

Enjoy the local parks! The city of Athens has six parks maintained by the local government. The Athens Sportsplex is popular throughout the week. For a nice daylong event, Big Spring Memorial Park always offers a breath of fresh air.

Taste the local cuisine! A small city would not be complete without some favorite local eating spots. 306 Barbecue always delivers delicious food. If you are in the mood for something different, Las Trojas Cantina is another local favorite.

Play a game of golf! Athens offers a few different locations to play golf. Two local favorite spots are Eagle Up for a nice driving range and Canebrake Club to play one of the best courses in all of Alabama.

Appreciate the local arts! If you are looking to appreciate some artwork, the Carole Foret Fine Art gallery is a beautiful place to check out. The Alabama Veteran's Museum & Archives is another great place to check out the local culture.