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Athens is a city in and the county seat of Athens County, Ohio, United States. Athens is most widely known as the home of Ohio University, a large public research university with an enrollment of more than 36,800 students across all campuses. Located along the Hocking River in the southeastern part of Ohio, Athens is the principal city of the Athens, Ohio Micropolitan Statistical Area. The official population of Athens in the 2010 U.S. Census was 23,832, with a daytime population of over 40,000
Athens is a qualified Tree City USA as recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation.

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Cons: Poor senior housing availability. Poor transportation 5 miles out of town. Hilly terrain and lots is stairs and poor pedestrian areas. Cost of living high.
Pros: Ohio University brings entertainment
Fair healthcare available, but have to go to Columbus for specialty medical care

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