Cheap Apartments for Rent in Opelika, AL from $500 (30 Rentals)

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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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Auburn Flats
$1,129 - $1,499
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 7

Auburn Flats

2260 E University DrAuburn, AL 36830
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Grayton on Dean
$1,137 - $1,667
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Grayton on Dean

420 N Dean RdAuburn, AL 36830
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Village at Lakeside
$1,249 - $1,763
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 26

Village at Lakeside

1309 Gatewood DrAuburn, AL 36830
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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
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$920
Arbor PlaceThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1,057
Colonial Arms Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$1,095
The Reserve at Opelika3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,125
Grayton on Dean1A1BR,1BA$1,137
Shelton Mill Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath Road (sm)2BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelika, AL

As of July 27, 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 $1,035. 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
The Reserve at Opelika3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.94
Colonial Arms Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.00
Arbor PlaceThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.04
Timber Trail2BR2BR,1BA$0.84
2302 Rocky Brook Rd, Unit 2302 D2302 Rocky Brook Rd2BR,1BA$1.22
Woodbend Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.24
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.42

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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.

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