
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL from $300 (57 Rentals)
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The Quarters Auburn

802 W Longleaf Dr, Unit 1Unit63

Atlas at Richland Road

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The Fairways at Auburn I/II

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The Greens at Auburn I/II

Oakley Cove Apartments

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Shepherds Cove Apartments

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Summer Brooke Apartments

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555 W Glenn Ave, Unit Village Green Apartment
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Auburn Flats

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Grayton on Dean

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Savannah Square

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Village West Apartments II

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The Domain On Donahue

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Village at Lakeside

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Club 34

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Shelton Mill Townhomes

3000 Lee Rd 10

1351-1353 Kurt Cir
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1322 North Apartments

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The Avery at Auburn

The Residences at Arbor Lake

Avalon Park

The Annex

Chateau Apartments

Lemans Square Apartments

2038 Lee Rd 137

Post Apartments

Kingston Court
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Grace Ridge

Haley Commons Apartments

Castle Apartments

Ross Point Apartments

Park Hill & The Columns Apartments

626 Shug Jordan Pkwy

Woodland Hills

The Oaks I

Bedell Village Apartments

The Vue on Ross
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Williamsburg Place

Courtyard Condos

The Vue on Glenn

The Vue on Dean

144 E University Dr

429 Harper Ave

503 E Glenn Ave

1100 Stonegate Dr

154 E University Dr

1825 Wire Rd
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,609 | $1,300 | $1,925 |
| Cheap Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $865 | $3,342 |
| Cheap Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $240 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $709 | $3,900 |
| Cheap Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $540 | $5,000 |
| Auburn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $5,000 | $6,500 |
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Auburn, AL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Auburn, AL
Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Auburn, AL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Auburn Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Auburn | $5,000 | $910 | 9 |
| North Auburn | $5,000 | $240 | 205 |
| South Auburn | $5,000 | $240 | 215 |
Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Timber Trail in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $240. The Mill at Auburn in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Timber Trail | 2BRMR | 2BR,1BA | $240 |
| The Mill at Auburn | 4BR/4BA - D1 Luxe | 4BR,4BA | $655 |
| Atlas at Richland Road | 3BR/2.5BA - Duplex - Furnished | 3BR,2BA | $709 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Greens at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Summer Brooke Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Reserve at Opelika | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,125 |
| Grayton on Dean | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,137 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $0.51 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhome Model at Creekside of Auburn in the in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood starting from $899. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the 689 Ethan Ct Model at 689 Ethan Ct, Unit 689 Ethan court starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Lee County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Creekside of Auburn | 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,4BA | $0.51 |
| 689 Ethan Ct, Unit 689 Ethan court | 689 Ethan Ct | 3BR,3BA | $1.08 |
| 319 Bragg | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.11 |
| The Reserve at Opelika | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Shelton Mill Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Way | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 1322 North Apartments | Renovated Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Timber Trail | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| The Mill at Auburn | 2BR/2BA - B1 Elite | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Paces at the Estates Apartments | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 850 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Auburn Overview
Dubbed as “The loveliest village on the plains,” Auburn is a town with a lot of heart and soul. Much of Auburn’s activity revolves around Auburn University. It’s a picturesque Southern town with a lot of culture, warm and sunny skies, and natural scenery wherever you go.
Why live in Auburn, AL?
If you love small towns, culture, education, technology, the great outdoors, really nice locals, and sports (or at least a few of those things), then Auburn is the town for you. There are so many great things going on in Auburn from theater, to music concerts, and sports events. In spite of its small size, Auburn has something for everyone. The schools, from elementary to university, are top in the nation. Auburn continues to attract a lot of new business, which in turn keeps the economy steadily growing. Cost of living is relatively low. Auburn is a quiet place to live with a low crime rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Auburn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Auburn is under $1,137.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in Auburn is Courtyard Apartments which is listed at $920, while the average apartment in Auburn costs $5,000.
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 241 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 $1,603 which is $3,397 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
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