
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Eugene, OR from $500 (70 Rentals)
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Devonshire Hills Apartments

612 W 10th Ave

Landsby Place Retirement Community

Prospect Park Apartments

765 E 18th Alley

Ferry Street Flats - Historical Access

The Heron Club
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1611 Ferry Alley

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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 | $1,694 | $695 | $5,305 |
Cheap Eugene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $625 | $5,493 |
Cheap Eugene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $710 | $5,463 |
Cheap Eugene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $619 | $3,537 |
Cheap Eugene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $635 | $2,100 |
Eugene 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $1,129 | $3,995 |
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Eugene, OR Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Eugene, OR
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Eugene, OR area range in price from $619 to $5,493 with an overall median price of $1,985. The three Eugene neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South University at $625, Crest Drive at $625, and Friendly at $625. 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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South University | $1,295 | $625 | 3 |
Crest Drive | $1,517 | $625 | 71 |
Friendly | $1,622 | $625 | 119 |
Harlow | $1,652 | $619 | 105 |
Downtown Eugene | $1,695 | $625 | 111 |
Laurel Hill | $1,695 | $619 | 113 |
West University | $1,695 | $635 | 124 |
Far West | $1,770 | $635 | 110 |
Fairmont | $1,787 | $619 | 133 |
Jefferson Westside | $1,790 | $635 | 80 |
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 $625. Ducks Village in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $789. 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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Harris House | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Ducks Village | 4 Bedroom W/D | 4BR,2BA | $789 |
Devonshire Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Willamette Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
The Soto | W4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $975 |
Landsby Place Retirement Community | Small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
Redwood Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,141 |
Woodland Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Pheasant Park Apartments | 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eugene, OR
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eugene area is the $1.25 price per square foot 4x1.5 Model at Oak Creek Townhomes in the in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Eugene apartment is the C1 Model at The Hayward Student Living starting at $825 with a $0.77 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Oak Creek Townhomes | 4x1.5 | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
The Hayward Student Living | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
Chalet | TWO BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
1172 Chambers St, Unit 2 | 1172 Chambers St | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Forest Village Apartments | 2BRx1.5Bath- Assigned Parking | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
The Clairmont | Two Bedroom U | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Pheasant Park Apartments | 3 BR 2 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Ducks Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Devonshire Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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
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Ranked #7
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eugene?
The cheapest apartment in Eugene is Harris House which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Eugene costs $1,985.
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 1,219 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 $905 which is $1,080 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eugene.
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