Cheap Apartments for Rent in Opelika, AL from $500 (60 Rentals)

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Tree Tops
$145 - $1,235
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$145 - $1,235
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Tree Tops

2908 Birmingham HwyOpelika, AL 36801
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Parc at Opelika
$1,325 - $1,730
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$1,325 - $1,730
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 24

Parc at Opelika

1375 McCoy StOpelika, AL 36801
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property at 10 Jeter Ave

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

Studio, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

10 Jeter Ave

OpelikaAL36801
property at 1418 Branch St

$1,450

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$1,450
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1418 Branch St

OpelikaAL36801

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Jordan's Gate
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Jordan's Gate

312 Jordans Gate DrOpelika, AL 36801
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Shiloh Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shiloh Apartments

1960 Shiloh LoopOpelika, AL 36801
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The Austin
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Austin

3000 Ballfields LoopOpelika, AL 36801

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Auburn Flats
$1,079 - $1,449
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$1,079 - $1,449
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Auburn Flats

2260 E University DrAuburn, AL 36830
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1368 Kurt Cir, Unit 1368
$1,100
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$1,100
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1368 Kurt Cir, Unit 1368

1368 Kurt CirAuburn, AL 36830
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Grayton on Dean
$1,137 - $1,667
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$1,137 - $1,667
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Grayton on Dean

420 N Dean RdAuburn, AL 36830
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Village at Lakeside
$1,354 - $1,643
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$1,354 - $1,643
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Village at Lakeside

1309 Gatewood DrAuburn, AL 36830
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property at 313 N Dean Rd

$1,500

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$1,500
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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

313 N Dean Rd

AuburnAL36830
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Grace Ridge
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grace Ridge

826 Grace Ridge DrAuburn, AL 36830
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The Vue on Dean
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Vue on Dean

555 N Dean RdAuburn, AL 36830
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Opelika, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Opelika Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Opelika, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Timber Trail in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $240. Yugo Auburn North in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $619. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Opelika apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Timber Trail2BRMR2BR,1BA$240
Yugo Auburn North4 Bed, 3.5 Bath4BR,3BA$619
Woodbend Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$815
The Reserve at Opelika1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$865
Arbor PlaceOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$867
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$920
Grayton on Dean1A1BR,1BA$1,137
Pinehurst Villas Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelika, AL

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Opelika area is the $0.57 price per square foot 4x3.5 Cottage Model at Midtown Auburn in the in the North Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,045. The second greatest value Opelika apartment is the 4 Bedroom Townhome Model at Creekside of Auburn starting at $899 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Opelika apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Midtown Auburn4x3.5 Cottage4BR,3.5BA$0.57
Creekside of Auburn4 Bedroom Townhome4BR,4BA$0.51
Yugo Auburn North2 Bed, 2.5 Bath Classic2BR,2.5BA$0.64
Crossings of OpelikaB12BR,2BA$1.29
Pinehurst Villas Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.11
Timber Trail2BR2BR,1BA$0.84
2302 Rocky Brook Rd, Unit 2302 D2302 Rocky Brook Rd2BR,1BA$1.22
1368 Kurt Cir, Unit 13681368 Kurt Cir2BR,1BA$1.22
Arbor PlaceOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.26
Woodbend Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Opelika Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Opelika Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Opelika Apartment is $815 at Woodbend Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Opelika Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Opelika is starting from $240 at Timber Trail.

What is the most affordable Opelika Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Opelika Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timber Trail and starts from $860.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.