
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South University Neighborhood of Eugene, OR from $600 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South University area of Eugene.


Duck Landing

1793 Patterson Alley

The Lewis & Clark

1831 Kincaid St

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1943 Onyx St, Unit 1

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1948 Harris St, Unit 1
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2024 Emerald St

1850-1852 Pearl St

962-966 E 18th Ave

1240-1242 E 23rd Ave

1755-1777 Mill St

435 E 18th Alley

1754 Patterson St
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1825-1827 Mill St

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1869 Hilyard St

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The Studies at 19th

736 E 18th Ave

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The Hutton

Prefontaine

2077 Onyx St

735 E 23rd Ave
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South University, Eugene, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South University Studio Apartments | $1,180 | $995 | $1,365 |
| South University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $650 | $1,650 |
| South University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $975 | $2,050 |
| South University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $743 | $2,800 |
| South University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $699 | $3,295 |
| South University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South University Neighborhood of Eugene, OR.
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Cheapest Available South University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South University area of Eugene, OR is a 4 Beds unit found at Duck Landing priced from $699. The Lewis & Clark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable South University apartments for rent in Eugene, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duck Landing | 4x2 Standard Individual Room Rate | 4BR,2BA | $699 |
| The Lewis & Clark | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Arcade | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2,230 |
| 1755-1777 Mill St | 1755 Mill St #6 | 4BR,3BA | $2,695 |
| The Emery | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South University, OR
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South University area is the $2.08 price per square foot 1777 Mill St #3 Model at 1755-1777 Mill St in the in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South University apartment is the 3x1 Model at The Arcade starting at $2,230 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1755-1777 Mill St | 1777 Mill St #3 | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Arcade | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| The Lewis & Clark | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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