
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL from $300 (83 Rentals)
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802 W Longleaf Dr, Unit 1Unit63, Unit 1Unit63

1385 S Donahue Dr

Timber Trail

387 Webster Rd

Atlas at Richland Road

859 Dekalb St

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Shepherds Cove Apartments

626 Shug Jordan Pkwy, Unit Apt 270

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The Greens at Auburn I/II
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The Fairways at Auburn I/II

535 W Glenn Ave, Unit 201, Unit 201

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Auburn Flats

Oakley Cove Apartments

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Savannah Square

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Summer Brooke Apartments

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122 South Debardeleben Street, Unit A, Unit A

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Grayton on Dean

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Village West Apartments II

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Club 34
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The Domain On Donahue

393 Sanders St

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Shelton Mill Townhomes

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The Avery at Auburn

Village at Lakeside

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1322 North Apartments

154 E University Dr

The Residences at Arbor Lake, a 55+ Community

111-113 S Dean Rd

661-663 Center Pl
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Park Hill & The Columns Apartments

626 Shug Jordan Pkwy

Woodland Hills

The Oaks I

144 E University Dr

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The Vue on Ross

155 Short St

1260 Britnee Ct

912 E Magnolia Ave
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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 | $1,734 | $1,629 | $2,018 |
| Cheap Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $865 | $1,940 |
| Cheap Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $145 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,886 | $645 | $3,600 |
| Cheap Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $590 | $5,000 |
| Auburn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,476 | $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: 04/29/2026Current 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 |
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| South Auburn | $1,690 | $145 | 250 |
| North Auburn | $1,700 | $145 | 224 |
| Downtown Auburn | $1,844 | $860 | 66 |
Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn, AL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Quarters Auburn in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $590. Yugo Auburn North in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $619. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarters Auburn | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $590 |
| Yugo Auburn North | 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $619 |
| Timber Trail | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Greens at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| The Fairways at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II/IV | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Auburn Flats | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Grayton on Dean | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,137 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL
As of April 29, 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 3 Bedroom Duplex Model at Creekside of Auburn starting at $945 with a $0.66 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 |
| Creekside of Auburn | 3 Bedroom Duplex | 3BR,3BA | $0.66 |
| The Quarters Auburn | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.42 |
| Asbury Hills | Sandhurst | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Legends Townhomes | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.38 |
| Yugo Auburn North | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath Renovated Upgrade | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| Village at Lakeside | 3/2/Reno | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Timber Trail | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| Century Park | Decade | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Village West Apartments II | The Nova | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
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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 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
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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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