Housing is fairly inexpensive in Athens and can be found close to campus. Information about on campus housing may be obtained from UGA University Housing, 515 Baxter Street, Athens, GA 30602. Telephone: (706) 542-1421. Classified advertisements in area newspapers are a good way to learn additional information about off campus apartments. You can find these type of advertisements in such publications as The Red and Black (the campus newspaper), Flagpole, and the Athens Banner-Herald. One can also search for local apartments via apartmentsforathens.com. Graduate students also can apply to live in University Village Housing, but slots are very limited. Students interested in these apartments should register shortly after their official acceptance to the University. Rental costs in town are on average $1500 per month for a two-bedroom apartment. Housing is generally cheaper the farther you are from the University. Make your housing arrangements early to get the best deal possible.
