Uncommon Auburn leads our July 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Auburn with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by oLiv Auburn and Eagles West. Across the 17 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near Auburn University for every option.
winnerUncommon Auburn
FMP Score range3.4–5.0 / 5
avg walk0 min to campus
rent range$629–$2130 /person
the ranking
The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Auburn
Sorted by FMP Score from verified Auburn reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current Auburn reviews only.
why it ranked: Uncommon Auburn tops the overall rankings near campus by nailing the fundamentals that matter most to students: a responsive team, spotless spaces, and prime proximity to Auburn. Residents consistently highlight the staff's reliability and the building's cleanliness, while the location puts you steps from everything you need. As one happy resident put it, "love it here! So close to campus, and has the best amenities!" It's the kind of place that earns repeat praise for getting the basics right.
Walk times are door-to-door to Auburn campus. Rent is per person, per month.
FMP award criteria
How We Ranked These Apartments
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Ranked by the FMP Score
FMP Score, high to low. That’s the whole ranking. It’s our overall measure of a property, combining verified review scores with signals reviews miss, like how current the listing is kept and how responsive management is. Ties go to the property with more verified reviews.
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Who Makes the List
Every property near Auburn can appear, but it takes a minimum number of verified reviews before we score and rank it. Properties under that bar sit below every ranked property and move up automatically as reviews come in.
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How We Calculate the FMP Score
The FMP Score blends the social, management, and quality scores from verified reviews with signals that a place is actively and well run, like how up to date its listing is kept and how consistently management responds to residents. It’s built to surface genuinely well-run properties, not just the highest raw review average.
by the numbers
What Makes an Apartment ‘well-rounded’ Near Auburn
We ran every verified overall review for Auburn-area apartments through theme analysis. These are the themes students bring up most when a place feels well-rounded, by share of the reviews that mention them.
great campus location
23%
slow maintenance response
12%
pest and mold issues
9%
Based on AI analysis of verified Auburn overall reviews, refreshed monthly. Percentages show the share of reviews that mention each theme; most reviews mention more than one. See our complete Auburn review data →
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Other Best-Of Rankings Near Auburn
each fmp ranking re-ranks the same properties by a different lens (management and quality among them) and keeps its own list, refreshed monthly.
What is the best overall student apartment near Auburn?
Uncommon Auburn leads our July 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Auburn with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by oLiv Auburn and Eagles West.
How is this ranking calculated?
This list is ranked by one number: each property's overall score from verified reviews. Students rate a property's overall 1 to 5, and we average those scores, counting recent reviews more heavily than older ones. No self-reported data from landlords.
What makes an apartment the best overall?
The best overall apartments score highly across everything students rate (social scene, management, and unit quality), not just one. This ranking uses each property's overall rating from verified reviews.
How often is this ranking updated?
Monthly. We re-pull verified reviews and re-score every property at the start of each month, so the order reflects the most recent 24 months of student feedback. The “updated” date at the top of the page shows the latest refresh.
How many reviews does a property need to be included?
There's a minimum number of verified reviews to rank by score, and we don't publish the exact bar so it can't be gamed. Properties under it still appear, below every qualified property and ordered by review count, so a 5.0 from one review never outranks a 4.5 from thirty. Once a property collects enough reviews, it moves into the scored ranking automatically.
Is this ranking independent, or can properties pay to rank higher?
It's fully independent. There's no pay-to-rank. Position is set by verified reviews alone. Property managers can't buy placement, remove reviews, or influence the score.
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why it ranked: oLiv Auburn stands out for the kind of maintenance excellence that actually changes your living experience. The star here is Roy, the maintenance team member who's earned genuine gratitude from residents for his speed and reliability. As one resident shared, "Roy the maintenance man took care of everything we had a problem with and came the same day we put in a request!" When your maintenance person becomes a highlight of your lease, you know the property has something special.
$799/person/mo
5.0
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: Eagles West earns its ranking by delivering on the two things Auburn students care about most: walkable proximity to campus and genuinely helpful staff. Residents rave about the friendly team and the unbeatable location near both the university and College Street, making daily life easier and more connected. As one resident reflected, "This was my first apartment after moving out of my dorm at Auburn, and I have no regrets. The staff is very nice and helpful, and the amenities are awesome." Families and first-time renters alike keep coming back.
$1489/person/mo
4.8
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
$1035/person/mo
4.6
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: The French Quarter earns its place by combining a great location with staff who genuinely care about making things right. While ongoing renovations have created some friction, residents appreciate the front desk's helpfulness, the improved gym and pool facilities, and maintenance standouts like King who go the extra mile. As one resident noted, "I've enjoyed living at FQ! The construction is rough right now but they're greatly improving everything and are willing to work with us if we have issues." The property's commitment to listening and improving keeps residents engaged for the long haul.
$770/person/mo
4.2
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: The Grove at Auburn stands out as a top overall choice near campus for delivering that rare combination of modern living and genuine community warmth. Students consistently praise the updated units, luxurious amenities like the pool, and the safe, welcoming environment that keeps people coming back for everything from holidays to casual hangouts. The staff, particularly community manager Nikema, earns real recognition for being genuinely helpful and friendly. As one resident put it, "Everytime I have visited the Grove it has felt like home." It's the kind of place where you actually want to spend time.
$1009/person/mo
4.2
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: 320 West Mag earns its ranking for overall excellence through an unbeatable location paired with staff members who genuinely go the extra mile. The apartments and amenities impress, but what really sets this complex apart is the caliber of individual team members maintenance manager Michael handles urgent problems with real care, and leasing staff like Henner and Julia build genuine relationships with residents. When Michael helped a resident recover keys dropped down the trash chute, he showed the kind of dedication that defines the place. As one grateful resident noted, "Henner helped me so much, he is such a blessing."
$1280/person/mo
4.0
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: The Mill at Auburn ranks high overall for its staff's willingness to solve real problems that matter to students. When a group of friends faced a rooming conflict that could have derailed their lease, Molly and Tai didn't brush it off they worked tirelessly to find a solution with zero complications. That kind of problem-solving spirit extends to the whole team, with staff like Tai earning consistent praise for being quick to respond and genuinely helpful. As one resident shared, the team "worked tirelessly to help us and was able to get us set up with no complications at all."
$640/person/mo
4.0
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: 319 Bragg stands out overall for creating a vibrant, well-maintained community where students actually want to spend their time. The gym and pool draw people together, the grounds stay clean, and the overall atmosphere feels genuinely positive and welcoming. Visitors consistently notice the energy people are active, relaxed, and happy. As one guest observed, "Every time I visit, the atmosphere is great. People are always working out in the gym or relaxing at the pool, the environment is clean and well maintained, and everyone seems to have a smile on their face."
$1374/person/mo
4.0
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: Midtown Auburn stands out for its unbeatable location near campus, putting you steps away from the Midtown Shopping Center where you can handle errands, grab food, and get back to studying without losing an afternoon. Students love the convenience factor and how the surrounding area makes daily life smoother. That said, maintenance responsiveness has been a real sticking point one resident noted that a shower door repair request dragged on for months despite follow-ups. The location is genuinely hard to beat, but you'll want to stay on top of any maintenance issues from day one.
$1035/person/mo
3.8
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: Logan Square Apartments offers solid community vibes and responsive maintenance when things work smoothly, but the overall experience gets complicated by rising rents, unclear communication, and persistent upkeep issues that pile up over time. Students praise the friendliness of office staff and occasional quick repairs, yet many report ongoing problems with AC units, pest control gaps, and surprise move-out requirements that feel more corporate than student-friendly. As one long-term resident put it, "they raise your rent 100$+ every year, add upgrades that are really just inconveniences." The bones are there, but the management approach leaves a lot to be desired.
$860/person/mo
3.4
(5 reviews)
FMP Score
why it ranked: Yugo Auburn North has the bones of a solid property with staff who genuinely care about showing it off one student mentioned that Grant gave them and their family a great tour and the property looked really good. However, infrastructure issues are holding it back: wifi drops consistently for 8 to 10 hours every month, which is a real problem when you're trying to study or attend class online. The location and tour experience suggest potential, but you'll need to confirm that connectivity issues have been resolved before committing.