
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL from $865 (36 Rentals)


1385 S Donahue Dr

859 Dekalb St

626 Shug Jordan Pkwy, Unit Apt 270

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The Fairways at Auburn I/II

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The Greens at Auburn I/II

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Auburn Flats

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Savannah Square

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Summer Brooke Apartments
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Grayton on Dean

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Club 34

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Village West Apartments II

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Shelton Mill Townhomes

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1322 North Apartments

The Residences at Arbor Lake, a 55+ Community

Post Apartments

The Annex

Chateau Apartments
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Park Hill & The Columns Apartments

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144 E University Dr
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The Vue on Ross

Williamsburg Place

The Vue on Glenn

The Vue on Dean

Condos at Mill Crk

The Bungalows of Auburn Village

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The Reserve at Opelika

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Auburn, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,734 | $1,629 | $2,018 |
| Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $865 | $1,940 |
| Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $145 | $2,700 |
| Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,886 | $645 | $3,600 |
| Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $590 | $5,000 |
| Auburn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,476 | $1,207 | $6,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in Auburn is The Reserve at Opelika which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Auburn costs $1,744.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Auburn?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 322 regular apartments in Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Auburn?
Cheap apartments in Auburn have an average cost of $1,594 which is $150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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