Athol is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 11,299 at the 2000 census. The town is also nicknamed 'Rat Hole' due to a popular vandalism prank where an 'R' and an 'E' are added to the town signs causing 'Athol' to read as 'Rathole.' This nickname is further reinforced by the town's appearance, actual rats from Miller's river, and a local canoe race named 'The River Rat.' Athol apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Athol apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.