Cheap Apartments for Rent in Eugene, OR from $500 (84 Rentals)

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$1,095 - $1,800

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1645 Mill St

EugeneOR97401

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Campus Studios
Studio Apartments

Campus Studios

735 E 14th AveEugene, OR 97401
Student Housing
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Harris House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harris House

1825-1827 Harris StEugene, OR 97403
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Springtree Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Springtree Apartments

1430 W 12th AveEugene, OR 97402
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Olive Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Terrace

1460 Olive StEugene, OR 97401
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Quaker Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Quaker Apartments

1300 Quaker StEugene, OR 97402
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Riviera Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riviera Village

85 Corliss LnEugene, OR 97404
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Westfair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westfair Apartments

1185 W 15th AveEugene, OR 97402
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1 Bedroom Apartments

arns01

2090 Roosevelt BlvdEugene, OR 97402
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Park Place Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

877 E Park StEugene, OR 97401
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Roosevelt Gardens
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Roosevelt Gardens

2280 Roosevelt BlvdEugene, OR 97402
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Rivertowne Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rivertowne Apartments

597 Country Club PkyEugene, OR 97401
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West Hills Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West Hills Village

1459 City View StEugene, OR 97402
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Redwood Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Park

4103 W 18th AveEugene, OR 97402
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Southtowne Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southtowne Apartments

2555 Portland StEugene, OR 97405
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Eugene, OR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Eugene, OR

Pricing Updated: 01/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Eugene, OR area range in price from $500 to $7,800 with an overall median price of $4,291. The three Eugene neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Whiteaker at $1,175, Glenwood Springfield Junction at $619, and Harlow at $619. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Eugene Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Whiteaker$1,472$1,1753
Glenwood Springfield Junction$1,602$61962
Harlow$1,612$619130
Jefferson Westside$1,764$67529
River Road$2,000$1,18052
Bethel$2,045$1,18019
Industrial Corridor$2,055$1,18026
Southeast Eugene$2,162$1,0505
Far West$2,195$500190
Active Bethel Citizens$2,199$995130

Cheapest Available Eugene Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Eugene, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Harris House in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood priced from $675. Duck Landing in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Eugene apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harris House1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$675
Duck Landing4x2 Standard Individual Room Rate4BR,2BA$699
Capri Apartments at EugeneCampus Court 4 Bedroom4BR,1BA$699
Ducks Village4 Bedroom W/D4BR,2BA$819
The SotoW4x24BR,2BA$930
Redwood ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$946
Willamette GardensB22BR,2BA$1,132
Landsby Place Retirement CommunitySmall 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,180
Woodland Creek1x11BR,1BA$1,215
High Street TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,235

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eugene, OR

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eugene area is the $1.62 price per square foot 600 Cherry Dr Model at 600 Cherry Dr, Unit Apt 6 in the in the Cal Young neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Eugene apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at The Hawthorne starting at $1,999 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Fairmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eugene apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
600 Cherry Dr, Unit Apt 6600 Cherry Dr3BR,2BA$1.62
The Hawthorne2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.57
Country Club ApartmentsCOUNTRY CLUB LARGE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH FLAT W/ FI...2BR,2BA$1.36
The Hayward Student LivingC23BR,3BA$0.70
Meadows DuplexesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.49
Rockwood2br/2ba2BR,2BA$1.38
Willamette GardensC33BR,2BA$1.22
Heron Club2 Bedroom- Lower/Upper2BR,2BA$1.48
Southgate ApartmentsSouthgate 2br 1.5 Bath Remodeled2BR,1.5BA$1.57
Forest Village Apartments2BRx1.5Bath- Assigned Parking2BR,1.5BA$1.38

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Eugene Overview

Snugly located in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Eugene apartments are among some of the most desired in the great state of Oregon. From the towering natural forests that surround the city to the scenic coastline located a mere fifty miles away, Eugene effortlessly combines the best of modern city life with the gentle reflection of a more country-oriented atmosphere.

Why live in Eugene, OR?

With natural beauty to spare, Eugene offers a wonderful mix of city and country life. Quaint independent shops intermingle with larger national brand stores, and the ever-increasing number of area eateries makes Eugene a food lover's ideal. Students flock to the Eugene area, with a number of area universities available, and the live music scene is always on the upswing in this hipster haven.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eugene, OR

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eugene Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Eugene?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eugene is under $1,235.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eugene?

The cheapest apartment in Eugene is Harris House which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Eugene costs $4,291.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eugene?

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 1,737 regular apartments in Eugene 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 Eugene?

Cheap apartments in Eugene have an average cost of $1,139 which is $3,152 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eugene.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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.