Cheap Homes for Rent in Opelika, AL from $1,000 (13 Rentals)

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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 $745. Woodbend Apartments in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Opelika apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Timber TrailTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$745
Woodbend Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$785
Arbor PlaceOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$845
The Reserve at Opelika1 Bed 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$850
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Opelika, AL

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Opelika area is the $1.29 price per square foot CSR Model at Greystone Pointe Auburn in the in the North Auburn neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Opelika apartment is the 3x3 Cottage - B Model at Midtown Auburn starting at $1,150 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the North 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.
Greystone Pointe AuburnCSR3BR,2BA$1.29
Midtown Auburn3x3 Cottage - B3BR,3BA$0.74
The Vue on Dean2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.29
Creekside of Auburn3 Bedroom Flat3BR,3BA$0.70
Timber TrailTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.65
Colonial Arms Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$0.91
Tree Tops Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.25
The Reserve at Opelika1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Arbor PlaceOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Woodbend Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Opelika

What type of rentals are currently available in Opelika?

There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Opelika, AL with pricing that ranges from $619 to $7,121. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Opelika ranging from $600 to $3,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Opelika?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Opelika ranges from $600 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,006.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Opelika?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Opelika range from $659 to $3,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $619.

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