Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, AL from $400 (11 Rentals)

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Annex

362 W Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36830
Student Housing
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Chateau Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Apartments

560 N Gay StAuburn, AL 36830
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Post Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Post Apartments

315 Opelika RdAuburn, AL 36830
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Kingston Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Court

351 E Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36830
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Haley Commons Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Haley Commons Apartments

149 Cox StAuburn, AL 36832
Student Housing
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Castle Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Castle Apartments

420 E Magnolia AveAuburn, AL 36830
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Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oaks

316 W Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36830
Student Housing

Downtown Auburn, Auburn, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Auburn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Auburn area of Auburn, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Summer Brooke Apartments priced from $1,050. Mag 1 Auburn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summer Brooke Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Mag 1 Auburn1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
The Balcony AuburnThe Balcony - 5 Bed/5.5 Bath - Individual Lease5BR,5BA$1,375
Deerwoode Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1,450
406 N Donahue Dr5 Beds, 5.5 baths5BR,5BA$6,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Auburn, AL

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Auburn area is the $0.56 price per square foot The Balcony - 5 Bed/5.5 Bath - Individual Lease Model at The Balcony Auburn in the in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Downtown Auburn apartment is the 3 Bedroom Flat Model at Creekside of Auburn starting at $825 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Balcony AuburnThe Balcony - 5 Bed/5.5 Bath - Individual Lease5BR,5.5BA$0.56
Creekside of Auburn3 Bedroom Flat3BR,3BA$0.70
319 Bragg2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B12BR,2BA$1.45
Accolade AuburnNewton 42BR,2BA$1.53
West & Wright3x3 Terrace Barkley3BR,3BA$1.51
Deerwoode Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.71
Grove at Auburn2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Summer Brooke Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.77
Logan SquareA1 Premium1BR,1BA$2.64
Mag 1 Auburn1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.71

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Auburn, Auburn, AL

Ranked #3

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Auburn Neighborhood in Auburn, AL

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Auburn Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Auburn?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Auburn is Summer Brooke Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Downtown Auburn costs $1,925.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 64 regular apartments in Downtown Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.