
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Eugene, OR from $550 (52 Rentals)
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729 E 18th Aly

640 E 16th Alley

765 E 18th Alley

1668 Ferry St

Hide-A-Way Apartments

11th and Ferry Lofts

628 E 16th Alley

626 E 16th Alley

1370 High St, Unit Apt #B
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1695 Patterson Street

608 E 15th Alley

1370 High St, Unit Apt #A

1531 1/2-1135 1/2 Mill St

1635 Patterson Alley

1747 Hilyard St

1370 High St, Unit Apt #E

MW2

1135 1/2-1135 1/2 Mill St

585 E 14th Ave
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West University Quads

Campus Studios

551e14

Park Place Apartments

Ferry Street Flats - Historical Access II

kata02 1550 High St

Hilyard House Apartments

24214t

1161 Mill St

576 E 16th Ave
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Campus Apartments

1671mi

950 Patterson St

950 Patterson St

502 East 15th Ave

Eugene Manor Apartments

scmi01

Ferry Street Manor

Patterson House
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High Street Terrace

1747 Hilyard Alley

Parkside Place Apartments

1780 Ferry Alley

Rockwood

1414 Alder

1635 Mill St

Westwood

Ducks Nest

The Campus Lofts
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West University, Eugene, OR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West University Studio Apartments | $1,577 | $1,095 | $1,869 |
| West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $715 | $1,950 |
| West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $699 | $2,500 |
| West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,099 | $2,800 |
| West University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $689 | $2,695 |
| West University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,070 | $750 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West University Neighborhood of Eugene, OR.
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Cheapest Available West University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West University area of Eugene, OR is a 1 Bed unit found at 551e14 priced from $650. Alderstreet Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Eugene, OR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 551e14 | 1BR/2.0BA | 1BR,2BA | $650 |
| Alderstreet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| University Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Duck Flats | 5x3 By-the-bedroom | 5BR,3BA | $819 |
| kata02 1550 High St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| 1671mi | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Union on Broadway | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Eugene Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom (Small) | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| scmi01 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 1695 Patterson Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, OR
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $2.43 price per square foot 4x2D Model at Alder Park in the in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value West University apartment is the 1777 Mill St #3 Model at 1755-1777 Mill St starting at $2,800 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Laurel Hill Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Park | 4x2D | 4BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 1755-1777 Mill St | 1777 Mill St #3 | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Pearl | 3BR/2.5BA - A | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.22 |
| 24214t | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 1747 Hilyard Alley | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Patterson House | 2 Bedroom - B | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Alderstreet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| kata02 1550 High St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 1671mi | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| University Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West University Apartment is $650 at 551e14.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West University Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West University is starting from $1,395 at 1695 Patterson Street.
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