Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, AL from $300 (39 Rentals)

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Avalon Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Park

387 Webster RdAuburn, AL 36832
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Annex
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Annex

362 W Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36830
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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Kingston Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Court

351 E Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36830
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Grace Ridge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grace Ridge

826 Grace Ridge DrAuburn, 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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Woodland Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Hills

830 N Donahue DrAuburn, AL 36832
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Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oaks

316 W Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36830

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Williamsburg Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Williamsburg Place

2037 S College StAuburn, AL 36832
Student Housing
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Jordan's Gate
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Jordan's Gate

312 Jordans Gate DrOpelika, AL 36801
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Arbor Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Place

515 Fox Run PkyOpelika, AL 36801
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Timothy Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Timothy Manor

2016 Waverly PkyOpelika, AL 36801
Senior Living
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South Auburn, Auburn, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Auburn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Auburn area of Auburn, AL is a 4 Beds unit found at The Beacon priced from $590. Timber Trail has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable South Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Beacon4x44BR,4BA$590
Timber TrailTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$745
Logan SquareC3 Townhome3BR,3BA$790
Woodbend Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$815
The Reserve at Opelika1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$865
Arbor PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$875
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
The Greens at Auburn I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$965
Colonial Arms Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,000
Grayton on Dean1A1BR,1BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Auburn, AL

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the South 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 South Auburn apartment is the Two Bedroom Two and 1/2 Bath Premium Model at The Domain On Donahue starting at $1,450 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the North Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South 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
The Domain On DonahueTwo Bedroom Two and 1/2 Bath Premium2BR,2.5BA$1.00
The Beacon4x44BR,4BA$0.42
Creekside of Auburn3 Bedroom Flat3BR,3BA$0.70
Timber TrailTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.65
Colonial Arms Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.95
The Fairways at Auburn I/IICustom Deluxe III with breezeway2BR,2BA$1.09
The French Quarter2 Bed Townhome2BR,2BA$0.83
Riverwalk Auburn2 BED/ 2 BATH WITH BONUS ROOM2BR,2BA$1.01
Arbor PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Auburn, Auburn, AL

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Auburn Neighborhood in Auburn, AL

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Auburn Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in South Auburn is Woodbend Apartments which is listed at $815, while the average apartment in South Auburn costs $1,785.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 140 regular apartments in South 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 South Auburn?

Cheap apartments in South Auburn have an average cost of $1,048 which is $737 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Auburn.

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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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.