
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn University, AL from $500 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Auburn University.


The Quarters Auburn

Timber Trail

Atlas at Richland Road

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The Reserve at Opelika

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Shepherds Cove Apartments

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Courtyard Apartments

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The Greens at Auburn I/II

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Auburn Flats
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Oakley Cove Apartments

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Summer Brooke Apartments

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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

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Shelton Mill Townhomes

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The Avery at Auburn

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1322 North Apartments
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Village at Lakeside

The Residences at Arbor Lake, a 55+ Community

154 E University Dr

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Deerwoode Apartments

303 N Ross St

222 Cook St

626 Shug Jordan Pkwy

Woodland Hills
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234 Martin Ave

449 N Donahue Dr

427 Harper Ave

The Samford Glenn Apartments

168 E University Dr

433 Harper Ave

279 Ivy Ln

Courtyard Condos

139 Halal Ct
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429 Harper Ave
Auburn University, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auburn University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn University Studio Apartments | $1,711 | $1,300 | $2,018 |
| Auburn University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $865 | $1,940 |
| Auburn University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $145 | $2,700 |
| Auburn University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $645 | $3,600 |
| Auburn University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $590 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Auburn University Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn University, 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 University 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 |
| The Mill at Auburn | 3BR/3BA - C1 Luxe | 3BR,3BA | $732 |
| 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 |
| Auburn Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| 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 University, AL and Nearby
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auburn University 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 University apartment is the The ONE~22 Model at THE ONE-AUBURN starting at $2,400 with a $1.40 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Midtown Auburn | 4x3.5 Cottage | 4BR,3.5BA | $0.57 |
| THE ONE-AUBURN | The ONE~22 | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.40 |
| 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 |
| Yugo Auburn North | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath Renovated Upgrade | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| Timber Trail | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| Village at Lakeside | 2/2/Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Mill at Auburn | 2BR/2BA - B1 Standard | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn University Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn University Apartment is $865 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 The Mill at Auburn and starts from $732.
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