Average Rent in Auburn, AL
21 apartment buildings, 172 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily. 5 more available with Average Rent Pro
Avg Rent
$1,642/mo
market average
Cheapest
$750/mo
Auburn Realty
Properties
21
tracked daily
Units
172
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 21 properties in Auburn, AL.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Auburn, AL Rent Prices
All 21 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Auburn Realty
233 W Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
The Reserve at Opelika
3501 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801, USA
Midtown Auburn
1188 Opelika Rd, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
The Collective At Auburn
721 Aspen Heights Ln, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
Grayton on Dean
420 N Dean Rd, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
Tree Tops Apartment Homes
2908 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801, USA
Century Park Apartments
1801 Century Blvd, Opelika, AL 36801, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auburn Realty 233 W Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830, USA | $750 | $1,633 | $1.60 | 2.6 (232) | 73 |
| 2 | The Reserve at Opelika 3501 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801, USA | $850 | $952 | $1.00 | 3.7 (46) | 5 |
| 3 | Midtown Auburn 1188 Opelika Rd, Auburn, AL 36830, USA | $1,035 | $1,035 | $0.57 | 4.1 (97) | 1 |
| 4 | The Collective At Auburn 721 Aspen Heights Ln, Auburn, AL 36830, USA | $1,035 | $1,075 | $0.60 | 4.2 (133) | 3 |
| 5 | Grayton on Dean 420 N Dean Rd, Auburn, AL 36830, USA | $1,045 | $1,223 | $1.49 | 3.6 (136) | 6 |
| 6 | Tree Tops Apartment Homes 2908 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801, USA | $1,165 | $1,212 | $1.24 | 4 (74) | 3 |
| 7 | Century Park Apartments 1801 Century Blvd, Opelika, AL 36801, USA | $1,275 | $1,383 | -- | 4.2 (34) | 3 |
Explore Each Property
Auburn Realty
2.6 (232)233 W Glenn Ave, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
The Reserve at Opelika
3.7 (46)3501 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801, USA
Midtown Auburn
4.1 (97)1188 Opelika Rd, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
The Collective At Auburn
4.2 (133)721 Aspen Heights Ln, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
Grayton on Dean
3.6 (136)420 N Dean Rd, Auburn, AL 36830, USA
Tree Tops Apartment Homes
4 (74)2908 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801, USA
Auburn, AL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Auburn, AL is $1,642 per month, based on 172 units across 21 apartment communities. Prices range from $750 at Auburn Realty to $2,895 at Creekside of Auburn.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,383/mo | $1,275/mo | 3 |
| 1 Bed | $1,400/mo | $850/mo | 41 |
| 2 Bed | $1,586/mo | $750/mo | 92 |
| 3 Bed | $1,857/mo | $1,095/mo | 22 |
| 4 Bed | $2,447/mo | $1,035/mo | 12 |
| 5 Bed | $2,350/mo | $2,300/mo | 2 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Building Economics
How much do Auburn, AL apartments earn?
The 9 buildings we can estimate generate about $1.4M in rental revenue per month ($17M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.The Taylor at Opelika | $330K/mo | 93% | 198 |
| 2.The Village at Lakeside | $298K/mo | 96% | 200 |
| 3.Parc at Opelika Apartments | $228K/mo | 88% | 162 |
| 4.1322 North | $191K/mo | 97% | 132 |
| 5.Crossings of Opelika,The | $159K/mo | 97% | 108 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Auburn, AL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Auburn, AL averages $1,400/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,586/mo. At the local median household income of $56,123, that works out to 35% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Auburn, AL at $1,034/mo. The current tracked market average runs 59% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Auburn, AL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Auburn, AL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$66,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,642/mo.
Comfortable income
$79,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($750/mo), you need to earn at least $30,000/year.
Median household income in Auburn, AL is $56,123 , about 29% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Auburn, AL
Overall prices in Auburn, AL runs below the national average by about 12% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 87.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Auburn, AL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,642 |
| Utilities | $247 |
| Groceries | $511 |
| Transportation | $588 |
| Healthcare | $287 |
| Other goods and services | $459 |
| Estimated total | $3,732/mo |
Population
78,738
Median household income
$56,123
Census median rent
$1,034/mo
Rent as % of income
40.2%
Median age
25.6
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in Alabama
How Auburn, AL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Auburn, AL | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery, AL | $1,410 | -14% | 16 |
| Mobile, AL | $1,272 | -23% | 14 |
| Hoover, AL | $1,882 | +15% | 13 |
| Birmingham, AL | $1,651 | +1% | 12 |
| Madison, AL | $1,324 | -19% | 8 |
| Decatur, AL | $1,002 | -39% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Auburn, AL?
The average rent in Auburn, AL is $1,642 per month, based on 172 units across 21 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Auburn, AL?
The lowest available rent in Auburn, AL starts at $750 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Auburn, AL?
1-bedroom apartments in Auburn, AL average $1,400/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $850/mo across 41 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Auburn, AL?
2-bedroom apartments in Auburn, AL average $1,586/mo. Units start from $750/mo across 92 units currently listed.
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