
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL from $300 (49 Rentals)
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The Quarters Auburn

802 W Longleaf Dr, Unit 1Unit63

1385 S Donahue Dr

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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Auburn Flats

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Savannah Square

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Summer Brooke Apartments

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122 South Debardeleben Street, Unit A

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1368 Kurt Cir, Unit 1368

449 Harper Ave, Unit 2

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Village West Apartments II

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Grayton on Dean

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Club 34
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The Domain On Donahue

393 Sanders St

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

326 E Glenn Ave

Woodland Hills

The Oaks I
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144 E University Dr

Bedell Village Apartments

The Vue on Ross

1276 Samantha Ct

1343 Kent Dr

Williamsburg Place

The Vue on Glenn

The Vue on Dean

1150 Gentry Dr
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Tree Tops

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The Reserve at Opelika

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Courtyard Apartments

Shiloh Apartments
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 | $1,678 | $1,300 | $1,945 |
| Cheap Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $865 | $2,225 |
| Cheap Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $145 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $699 | $3,549 |
| Cheap Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $540 | $5,000 |
| Auburn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,299 | $1,207 | $6,500 |
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Auburn, AL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Auburn, AL
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current 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 | $880 | 14 |
| North Auburn | $5,000 | $145 | 233 |
| South Auburn | $5,000 | $145 | 262 |
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 Quarters Auburn in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $590. 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 Quarters Auburn | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $590 |
| Yugo Auburn North | 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $619 |
| Atlas at Richland Road | 3BR/2.5BA - Duplex - Furnished | 3BR,2BA | $699 |
| The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Fairways at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II/IV | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $0.57 price per square foot 4x3.5 Cottage Model at Midtown Auburn in the in the North Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,045. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the Greenwich Model at The Standard at Auburn starting at $1,638 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Downtown Auburn 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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| Midtown Auburn | 4x3.5 Cottage | 4BR,3.5BA | $0.57 |
| The Standard at Auburn | Greenwich | 5BR,5BA | $0.93 |
| Creekside of Auburn | 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,4BA | $0.51 |
| The Quarters Auburn | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.42 |
| Logan Square | C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| Yugo Auburn North | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath Classic | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.64 |
| 319 Bragg | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.11 |
| Timber Trail | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 1368 Kurt Cir, Unit 1368 | 1368 Kurt Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Mill at Auburn | 2BR/2BA - B1 Standard - LVP | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Auburn, AL
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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 $1,100.
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 $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 353 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 $1,718 which is $3,282 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
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