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1255 S College St, Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 591-4434
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The Beacon

1255 S College St
Auburn, AL 36832
(334) 591-4434
Student Housing
  • 2-4 Bedrooms
  • $465 - $815Available Unit Pricing
  • 999-1,412Square Feet

About The Beacon

The Beacon is a community offering affordable student housing, upscale amenities, and great service for our residents. We offer recently renovated two, three, and four bedroom apartment homes. Whether you want to relax by our sparkling pool, get a great workout in our 24 hour gym, or relax in our resident lounge, The Beacon is sure to have something for you! We are located one mile from campus, one mile from Interstate 85, and conveniently located to shopping, dining, and entertainment.

The Beacon is located in the South Auburn Neighborhood and 36832 Zip code of Auburn, AL. This community is professionally managed by Campus Advantage

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Beacon offers 2 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $465 and having 999-1,412 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 2 Bedrooms

    $815

    Floorplan 2x2

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1060 sq ftAvailable August 14, 2025

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $815 August 14, 2025Private1060

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $815

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $815
  • 3 Bedrooms

    From $524

    Floorplan 3x3

    3 Beds, 3 Baths, 999 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $524Available NowPrivate999
    $525 August 14, 2025Private999

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $524 - $525

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $524 - $525

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $524

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $524 - $525

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $525

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $524 - $525
  • 4 Bedrooms

    From $465

    Floorplan 4x3

    4 Beds, 3 Baths, 1412 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $465Available NowPrivate1412
    $465 August 14, 2025Private1412

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $465

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $465

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $465

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $465

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $465

    From $500

    Floorplan 4x4

    4 Beds, 4 Baths, 1412 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $500Available NowPrivate1412
    $500 August 14, 2025Private1412

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $500

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $500

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $500

    Unit Private Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit Private Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $500

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $500
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Call us at: (334) 591-4434 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 months

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 50 Lb Weight Limit
  • Restricted Breeds: Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Malamutes, Dobermans, Chowchows, Great Danes

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Restricted Breeds: Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Huskies, Malamutes, Dobermans, Chowchows, Great Danes
  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 50 Lb Weight Limit

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

  • Surface Lot
  • Surface Fee: $50 /Mo

Fee & Deposit Info

Recurring Fees

  • $50 Surface Fee

One-Time Fees

  • $250 Admin Fee
  • $300 Application Fee

3D Tours

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • 24Hr. Emergency Maintenance
  • On-Site Management
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Residence Life Events

On-Site Services

  • Package Service
  • Public Transportation

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Sundeck

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Volleyball Court
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
Google Map

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1255 S College St, Auburn, AL 36832

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about The Beacon

Where is The Beacon located?

The Beacon is located at 1255 S College St near the South Auburn area of Auburn, AL

What is the current rent range at The Beacon?

2 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at The Beacon currently range from $465 to $815

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Beacon are
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed at The Beacon. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.8

    The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Super Value4.0

    The The Beacon Apartments are 57.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the South Auburn area, and 53.77% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the South Auburn Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$815$1,461-$646-44.2%
    3 Bedroom$524$1,732-$1,208-69.7%
    4 Bedroom$465$1,115-$650-58.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Auburn

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$815$1,388-$573-41.3%
    3 Bedroom$524$1,806-$1,282-71.0%
    4 Bedroom$465$911-$446-49.0%

    Methodology: On 11/18/2024, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 215 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Beacon (South Auburn), and 155 other apartment communities in Auburn using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 11/18/2024

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.8
3 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
  • Lived here for 3 years. Everything you need to know

    May 4, 2021
    Moving in, there was mold everywhere. The neighborhood is incredibly sketchy (there are always police cars patrolling). My apartment constantly smelled like weed because every single one of my neighbors smoked pot in broad daylight. Our A/C went out TWICE a year, and took them MONTHS to fix it every time. Everything in our apartment broke at some point in time, and maintenance was incredibly intrusive (they walked right in without knocking). We had a roach problem. The walls are thing, and our ...
    neighbors were incredibly loud with parties, fights, arguments, etc. Every time I went outside, the guy across the street cat-called me and made me incredibly uncomfortable. One man peed off his balcony in the morning. The rent prices rise every single year for no reason. The gym is not open 24/7. It actually closes quite early. Do yourself a favor and do not move here.
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  • My Experience

    June 11, 2020
    I have lived at The Beacon for two years and I can say that I really enjoyed my first year of living here. The staff was always nice to me and the maintenance team always fixed any problem that I had in a timely manner. However, something changed during my second year here. The gym was often dirty and provided no disinfectant spray or paper towels. I notified the office and they cleaned the gym and provided supplies, but within a couple of weeks the gym was dirty again and out of supplies. As a ...
    result, I started going to another gym. On another occasion, I was having recurring noise problems from a neighbor. I contacted the office four times about this issue and they did not do anything about it until I was able to email them a video of how loud the noise was. Lastly, in the middle of my lease, the business started using a new payment system that charges the residents almost $20 as a “service fee” to simply pay their bill. The worst part about this was that The Beacon did not tell the residents about this new policy. It was up to the residents to figure it out. This second year at the Beacon has left me feeling like the business takes advantage of college students. They brush off the residents and do not take their comfort seriously.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • DON'T DO IT!!!

    July 11, 2019
    What they don't tell you is when your roommate moves out for the summer and pays their rent, they have the right to move a stranger into your apartment. They treat each unit like a dorm! You thought you were living with friends and everyone is paying their rent (even through the summer) as detailed specifically in the lease! Then, when one person turns their key in because they will not be back in the state until after the move out date, The Beacon WILL move a stranger into your apartment! ...
    DANGEROUS!!! Not to mention, when something is broken, it takes them forever to fix it!!! Not a good experience!
    • Property Manager Responded

      October 29, 2019
      Thank you for your review of your Beacon experience. As most student housing complexes in the nation will advise you, units are sold by the room. The situation you've described did not occur in this manner, and the person who moves out and returns their keys has officially subleased their unit to another resident. If you have questions regarding a maintenance fix, please come see our staff immediately. Thank you.
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Nearby Schools

Wrights Mill Road Elementary School

  • Auburn City
  • 807 Wrights Mill Road
  • 3 min drive/1.3 mi away
  • Public School - Grades 3-5 (397 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
9out of 10

Dean Road Elementary School

  • Auburn City
  • 335 South Dean Road
  • 4 min drive/2.1 mi away
  • Public School - Grades PK-2 (442 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
10out of 10

Auburn Junior High School

  • Auburn City
  • 405 South Dean Road
  • 5 min drive/1.9 mi away
  • Public School - Grades 8-9 (1516 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
8out of 10

Drake Middle School

  • Auburn City
  • 655 North Donahue Drive
  • 5 min drive/2.4 mi away
  • Public School - Grades 6 (711 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
7out of 10

Auburn High School

  • Auburn City
  • 1701 East Samford Avenue
  • 6 min drive/3.1 mi away
  • Public School - Grades 1-12 (2143 Students)
  • In Attendance Zone
7out of 10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Beacon.

Big Box and RetailAddressDriveDistance
Publix2415 Moores Mill Rd7 min3.3 mi
Autozone1054 Opelika Rd6 min3.2 mi
Kohl's2774 Enterprise Dr11 min5.3 mi
Colleges and UniversitiesAddressDriveDistance
Auburn University107 Samford Hall3 min1.1 mi
GroceriesAddressDriveDistance
Publix2415 Moores Mill Rd7 min3.3 mi
Kroger2450-2496 Enterprise Dr11 min5.4 mi
HospitalsAddressDriveDistance
East Alabama Medical Center And Skilled Nursing Facility2000 Pepperell Parkway13 min6.5 mi
Shopping CentersAddressDriveDistance
Lakeview1499 S College St1 min0.3 mi
University Village1100 S College St1 min0.3 mi
Tiger Crossing Shopping Center1619-1641 S College St1 min0.5 mi

The Beacon has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Auburn Studio Apartments $1,762$1,340$1,850
Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,240$625$2,000
Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,388$645$2,950
Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,806$524$3,975
Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments $911$465$1,325

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