
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL from $300 (33 Rentals)
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Shepherds Cove Apartments

The Fairways at Auburn I/II

The Greens at Auburn I/II

393 Sanders St

Oakley Cove Apartments

340 E Thach Ave, Unit Upstairs
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The Reserve at Opelika

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Auburn, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auburn?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,783 | $1,349 | $1,885 |
Cheap Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $850 | $2,134 |
Cheap Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $745 | $2,341 |
Cheap Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $599 | $2,635 |
Cheap Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $990 | $545 | $2,400 |
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Auburn, AL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Auburn, AL
Pricing Updated: 05/19/2025Current apartment rentals in the Auburn, AL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Auburn Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Auburn | $2,600 | $619 | 85 |
North Auburn | $5,750 | $545 | 184 |
South Auburn | $5,750 | $545 | 210 |
Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Timber Trail in the North Auburn neighborhood priced from $745. The Reserve at Opelika in the North Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Timber Trail | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Shepherds Cove Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
The Greens at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
The Fairways at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II/IV | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Savannah Square | 1 BR Upstairs w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Grayton on Dean | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Vue on Dean in the in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,590. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the 3 Bedroom Flat Model at Creekside of Auburn starting at $905 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Vue on Dean | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Creekside of Auburn | 3 Bedroom Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
Timber Trail | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.65 |
The French Quarter | 2 Bed Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
Tree Tops Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
The Mill at Auburn | B1 Flooring | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Grove at Auburn | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Shepherds Cove Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Auburn Overview
Dubbed as “The loveliest village on the plains,” Auburn is a town with a lot of heart and soul. Much of Auburn’s activity revolves around Auburn University. It’s a picturesque Southern town with a lot of culture, warm and sunny skies, and natural scenery wherever you go.
Why live in Auburn, AL?
If you love small towns, culture, education, technology, the great outdoors, really nice locals, and sports (or at least a few of those things), then Auburn is the town for you. There are so many great things going on in Auburn from theater, to music concerts, and sports events. In spite of its small size, Auburn has something for everyone. The schools, from elementary to university, are top in the nation. Auburn continues to attract a lot of new business, which in turn keeps the economy steadily growing. Cost of living is relatively low. Auburn is a quiet place to live with a low crime rate.
Best Local Schools in Auburn, AL
Cary Woods Elementary School
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Getting Around Auburn, AL
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Auburn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Auburn is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in Auburn is The Reserve at Opelika which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Auburn costs $4,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Auburn?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 149 regular apartments in Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Auburn?
Cheap apartments in Auburn have an average cost of $1,375 which is $3,325 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
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