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The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Auburn (September 2026)

Auburn University·Auburn, AL·Updated Monthly

By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed September 1, 2026

17 properties reviewed
84+ reviews analyzed
updated September 2026
independent·no pay-to-rank
the short answer

Uncommon Auburn leads our September 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.

  1. Uncommon Auburn
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Uncommon Auburn stands out as the top overall choice near campus because it nails the fundamentals that matter most to students: responsiveness, cleanliness, and genuine proximity to Auburn. Residents consistently praise the staff's quick turnaround and the building's upkeep, while the location puts you steps away from everything you need. As one resident put it, 'So close to campus, and has the best amenities!' That combination of accessible staff, a well-maintained space, and prime positioning makes it the clear winner.

    $1069/person/mo
  2. oLiv Auburn
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: oLiv Auburn earns its ranking through the kind of hands-on, personal service that transforms a good living situation into a great one. The standout here is Roy, the maintenance team member who has become legendary among residents for his speed and reliability. As one grateful resident noted, '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 team shows up the same day, every time, that's the kind of consistency that defines a top-tier property.

    $799/person/mo
  3. Eagles West
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Eagles West delivers the complete package that makes student life easier: a genuinely helpful staff, thoughtfully designed amenities, and a location so close to campus that walking becomes the default. Residents rave about the friendly team and the convenience of being steps from both the university and College Street, making it ideal whether you're heading to class or grabbing food. As one resident summed it up, 'It's right by campus so walking has been super easy too!' The consistency of praise across multiple residents speaks to a property that simply gets the fundamentals right.

    $1489/person/mo
  4. The French Quarter
    4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The French Quarter ranks as a top overall choice because it combines excellent location and thoughtful amenities with a staff genuinely committed to making things right. The recently renovated gym and pool are drawing regular use, the front desk hosts engaging events, and the bus route makes campus access seamless. Even amid ongoing construction, residents appreciate the management's willingness to work with tenants, and the maintenance team (King especially) earns consistent praise for being responsive and helpful. As one resident reflected, 'The construction is rough right now but they're greatly improving everything and are willing to work with us if we have issues.'

    $770/person/mo
  5. The Grove at Auburn
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Grove at Auburn stands out as a top overall choice near campus for its genuinely welcoming community feel and consistently updated living spaces. Students rave about the friendly, responsive staff especially community manager Nikema and the state-of-the-art amenities like the luxurious pool and modern units that make it feel like home. As one resident put it, "Everytime I have visited the Grove it has felt like home... the Grove is state-of-the art living in the Auburn area." When you walk in, you know you're somewhere that actually cares about making your college experience better.

    $1009/person/mo
  6. 320 West Mag
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: 320 West Mag earns its ranking through standout staff members who genuinely go the extra mile for residents, combined with an unbeatable location right in relation to campus. Michael the maintenance manager and Julia the leasing manager are the kinds of people who solve problems instead of passing the buck Michael once retrieved keys from a trash chute when he could've easily said no, and Julia consistently shows she actually cares about her residents. As one student noted, "Michael went above and beyond to help me when I accidentally dropped my keys down the trash chute... I'm so grateful for his help and dedication." The right people can make all the difference in your living situation.

    $1280/person/mo
  7. The Mill at Auburn
    4.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Mill at Auburn shines for its staff's willingness to solve real problems that come up during your college years, going far beyond the bare minimum. When a group of friends faced a housing conflict that could've derailed their living situation, Molly and Tai worked tirelessly to get everyone set up with no complications. As one resident shared, "instead of ignoring it or shrugging it off like most other apartment complexes would, the staff worked tirelessly to help us." That kind of problem-solving mentality is what makes a place feel like it's actually on your side.

    $640/person/mo
  8. 319 Bragg
    4.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: 319 Bragg ranks highly for creating a genuinely positive, active community atmosphere where residents actually enjoy spending time together and taking care of the space. The gym and pool are regularly used, the environment stays clean and well-maintained, and there's a real sense of people being happy to be there. As one visitor observed, "every time I visit, the atmosphere is great... everyone seems to have a smile on their face." That kind of community vibe doesn't happen by accident it's built on solid management and residents who respect where they live.

    $1374/person/mo
  9. Midtown Auburn
    4.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Midtown Auburn stands out overall near campus for its unbeatable location in the heart of the shopping district, making everyday life genuinely easier for students. Residents love the convenience of having shops, food spots, and errands all within quick reach, so you're never spending hours running around town. The property itself draws praise for its accessible location that lets you handle life's logistics without friction. As one resident noted, it's "such a convenient spot for everyday errands and quick stops around town," and that proximity really does make a difference when you're balancing classes and a social life.

    $1035/person/mo
  10. Logan Square Apartments
    3.8(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Logan Square Apartments ranks overall near Auburn despite some real friction points that residents consistently flag. While maintenance can be slow and communication feels opaque, the property does deliver when it matters most some residents praise quick AC repairs when they actually come through. The bigger concerns students raise are the annual rent hikes, unclear maintenance timelines, and occasional pest control gaps that leave you wondering if your request is actually in the queue. As one long-term resident put it, "they raise your rent 100$+ every year," which compounds the frustration when service doesn't match the price tag.

    $860/person/mo
  11. Yugo Auburn North
    3.4(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Yugo Auburn North ranks overall near Auburn, though reviews suggest the experience is mixed and the property faces some real operational challenges. Residents report chronic wifi outages that can knock you offline for 8-10 hours monthly a serious problem when you're trying to study or attend class online. The management team, particularly staff like Grant, does make a genuine effort to show the property well and engage with prospective residents. One visitor noted that Grant "gave me and my family a great tour" and the space itself "looked really good," but those infrastructure issues are hard to overlook when connectivity is this unreliable.

    $629/person/mo

The Full Ranking, One Table

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The full ranking of every listed apartment, sortable by any column.
1Uncommon Auburn5.0/55–$1069/mo
2oLiv Auburn5.0/55–$799/mo
3Eagles West5.0/55–$1489/mo
4The Collective at Auburn4.8/55–$1035/mo
5The French Quarter4.6/55–$770/mo
6The Grove at Auburn4.2/55–$1009/mo
7320 West Mag4.2/55–$1280/mo
8The Mill at Auburn4.0/55–$640/mo
9319 Bragg4.0/55–$1374/mo
10Midtown Auburn4.0/55–$1035/mo
11Logan Square Apartments3.8/55–$860/mo
12Yugo Auburn North3.4/55–$629/mo

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.

helpful staff members
19%
close to campus
9%
slow maintenance response
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 →

faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best overall student apartment near Auburn?

Uncommon Auburn leads our September 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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