
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Eugene, OR from $500 (80 Rentals)
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1827 Harris St

2571 Edison St

Landsby Place Retirement Community

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Ferry Street Flats

Prospect Park Apartments

1630 Patterson St

1698 Riverview St

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The Heron Club

789 W 11th Ave

1668 Ferry St

1223 Ferry St

1615 Ferry Alley

The Woodlands Apartments
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Campus Apartments

1855 Oak St

1045-1049 Mill St

Chase Courtyard

The Clairmont
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Eugene, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eugene?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Eugene Studio Apartments | $1,476 | $895 | $2,450 |
Cheap Eugene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $600 | $3,800 |
Cheap Eugene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $710 | $3,773 |
Cheap Eugene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $619 | $4,400 |
Cheap Eugene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $599 | $3,350 |
Eugene 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,129 | $3,850 |
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Eugene, OR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Eugene, OR
Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Eugene, OR area range in price from $599 to $4,400 with an overall median price of $2,190. The three Eugene neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Friendly Area at $685, Crest Drive at $675, and West University at $710. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Eugene Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Friendly Area | $1,510 | $685 | 29 |
Crest Drive | $1,545 | $675 | 38 |
West University | $1,595 | $710 | 34 |
Laurel Hill | $1,695 | $599 | 61 |
Laurel Hill Valley | $1,728 | $649 | 50 |
Fairmont | $1,739 | $599 | 79 |
Friendly | $1,753 | $649 | 64 |
East Campus | $1,769 | $649 | 24 |
Amazon | $1,774 | $649 | 65 |
University | $1,784 | $649 | 46 |
Cheapest Available Eugene Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Eugene, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at Willamette Gardens in the Fairmont neighborhood priced from $953. Landsby Place Retirement Community in the Santa Clara Community neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Eugene apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willamette Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
Landsby Place Retirement Community | Small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
The Pearl | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $999 |
mcno01 457 W. 8th Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Ferry Street Flats | Studio - C | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
Redwood Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,141 |
Woodland Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Forest Village Apartments | 2BRx1.5Bath- Assigned Parking | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Patterson House | 1 Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eugene, OR
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eugene area is the $1.63 price per square foot 4BR/2BA Flat Model at The Anthony in the in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Eugene apartment is the 5x2 Model at Oak Creek Townhomes starting at $2,200 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eugene apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Anthony | 4BR/2BA Flat | 4BR,2BA | $1.63 |
Oak Creek Townhomes | 5x2 | 5BR,2BA | $1.38 |
600 Cherry Dr, Unit Apt 6 | 600 Cherry Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Delta Grove Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Forest Village Apartments | 2BRx1.5Bath- Assigned Parking | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
Cedar Meadow | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
The Clairmont | Two Bedroom U | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
The Woodlands Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
mcno01 457 W. 8th Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Willamette Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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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.
Eugene, ORPopulation: 171,245
Ranked #154
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleEugene, OR
Ranked #10
Among cities in Oregon for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Eugene, OR
Edgewood Community Elementary School
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Getting Around Eugene, OR
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eugene?
The cheapest apartment in Eugene is Willamette Gardens which is listed at $953, while the average apartment in Eugene costs $2,190.
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 369 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 $990 which is $1,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eugene.
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