Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn University, AL from $500 (27 Rentals)

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The Union Auburn
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

The Union Auburn

900 W Glenn AveAuburn, AL 36832
Student Housing
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Woodland Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Hills

830 N Donahue DrAuburn, AL 36832
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320 West Mag
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

320 West Mag

320 W Magnolia AveAuburn, AL 36832
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Cheapest Available Auburn University Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn University, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Timber Trail in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $745. The Reserve at Opelika in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Auburn University apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Timber TrailTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$745
The Reserve at Opelika1 Bed 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$850
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$880
Shepherds Cove Apartments2 Bed x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$895
The Greens at Auburn I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$935
Oakley Cove Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$995
Grayton on Dean1A1BR,1BA$1,020
Midtown Auburn2x2 Loft - B2BR,2BA$1,047
Summer Brooke Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Shelton Mill Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath Road (sm)2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn University, AL and Nearby

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Auburn University area is the $0.77 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Flat Model at Creekside of Auburn in the in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood starting from $905. The second greatest value Auburn University apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Way Model at Shelton Mill Townhomes starting at $1,630 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the North Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Creekside of Auburn3 Bedroom Flat3BR,3BA$0.77
Shelton Mill Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath Way2BR,2BA$1.41
Timber TrailTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.65
319 Bragg2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom B12BR,2BA$1.37
Midtown Auburn2x2 Loft - B2BR,2BA$1.11
The Avery at AuburnDonahue2BR,2BA$1.36
Oakley Cove Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.16
The Mill at AuburnB1 Flooring2BR,2BA$1.05
The Reserve at Opelika1 Bed 1 Bath reno1BR,1BA$1.18
Shepherds Cove Apartments2 Bed x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Auburn University?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Auburn University is at Accolade Auburn listed at $1,775.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn University Apartment is $850 at The Reserve at Opelika.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Auburn University Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Auburn University is starting from $745 at Timber Trail.

What is the most affordable Auburn University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Auburn University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timber Trail and starts from $790.

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