
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL from $300 (36 Rentals)
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802 W Longleaf Dr, Unit 48, Unit Left Front

The Fairways at Auburn I/II

The Greens at Auburn I/II

Summer Wind Apartments

393 Sanders St

Oakley Cove Apartments

The Vue on Glenn

Summer Brooke Apartments

Village West Apartments II

Shelton Mill Townhomes

The Reserve at Opelika

Courtyard Apartments

3412 Chilton Ave

Tree Tops Apartments
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 | $1,812 | $1,349 | $1,885 |
Cheap Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $625 | $2,020 |
Cheap Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $745 | $2,166 |
Cheap Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $565 | $3,405 |
Cheap Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $931 | $510 | $1,310 |
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Auburn, AL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Auburn, AL
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current 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 | $1,860 | $619 | 1531 |
South Auburn | $2,025 | $510 | 3366 |
North Auburn | $2,037 | $510 | 3030 |
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 |
Logan Square | C3 Premium Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $875 |
Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
The Fairways at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II/IV | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
The Greens at Auburn I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Summer Wind Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Savannah Square | 1 BR Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, AL
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $0.77 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Flat Model at Creekside of Auburn in the in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood starting from $905. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the Two Bedrooms Model at Timber Trail starting at $745 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the North 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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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 |
The Vue on Ross | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Farmville Lakes Apartments 605 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Tree Tops Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
The Mill at Auburn | B1 Flooring | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Oakley Cove Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Summer Wind Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Reserve at Opelika | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments
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 $1,974.
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 2,326 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 $1,008 which is $966 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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