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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Closet space
  • Spacious floorplan
  • Spacious bathroom
  • Modern finishes throughout
  • Free on-site laundry

Location

491 W 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401, USA|Jefferson Westside
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Real Estate Connections

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(541) 255-1092 ext. 2

Property Overview

Located at 491 W 8th Ave, this property offers an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, emphasizing its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, which include on-site laundry and modern finishes. Residents enjoy a prime location with convenient access to schools, transportation, and a vibrant community enriched by parks and recreational areas. Notably, the property is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, pet-friendliness, and opportunities for social engagement, all contributing to an exceptional living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 491 W 8th Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 491 W 8th Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Wellness
  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$1,175 /mo1 unit availableThis is our Studio Apartment with a Full Kitchen and Bathroom! Some Features Include: Beautifully Kept flooring throughout Spacious floorplan Natural Lighting Throughout Tall Ceilings Extra Cabinet Space in Kitchen Spacious Bathroom New Shower Closet Space Rent: $1,195 + $35 W/S/G Located in a Wonderfully Central Area in Eugene, just minutes from Shopping, Dining, Bus Routes, Schools, Parks, Fairgrounds, Whiteaker Neighborhood, and Much, Much More! We offer FREE On-Site Laundry, Locking Security Doors, Push Button-Access Entry Locks, Plenty of Parking, a Beauty Salon downstairs, and Beautiful Modern Finishes Throughout the entire building! Real Estate Connections Property Management To Apply Now or for More Information, please visit our website www rec-pm com If you would like to schedule a tour or have any questions, please give our office a call 541-972-9144.

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Amenities for 491 W 8th Ave

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Units12
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About 491 W 8th Ave

HomeApartments in EugeneJefferson Westside 491 W 8th Ave

This is our 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment with an Open Floorplan and Full Kitchen and Bathroom! Some Features Include: Beautifully Kept flooring throughout Spacious floorplan Modern Painted Walls Full Kitchen Natural Lighting Throughout Tall Ceilings Extra Cabinet Space in Kitchen Spacious Bathroom Extra Cabinet Space in Bathroom New Shower Closet Space Located in a Wonderfully Central Area in Eugene, just minutes from Shopping, Dining, Bus Routes, Schools, Parks, Fairgrounds, Whiteaker Neighborhood, and Much, Much More! We offer On-Site Laundry, Locking Security Doors, Push Button-Access Entry Locks, Plenty of Parking, a Beauty Salon downstairs, and Beautiful Modern Finishes Throughout the entire building! Tags


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 491 W 8th Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 491 W 8th Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 491 W 8th Ave
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
491 W 8th Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
491 W 8th Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 491 W 8th Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
491 W 8th Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 491 W 8th Ave to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

491 W 8th Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 11 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area

Wellness

  • 67 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 16 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 33 parks nearby
  • 38 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

Eco living

  • 33 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 491 W 8th Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Jefferson Westside

studio apartments at 491 W 8th Ave cost about 42% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Jefferson Westside.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Jefferson Westside
Eugene
A table of studio rental data trends in Eugene
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,044
April 2024$1,080
May 2024$1,058
June 2024$1,058
July 2024$1,155
August 2024$1,376
September 2024$1,371
October 2024$1,348
November 2024$1,314
December 2024$1,259
January 2025$1,222
February 2025$1,223
March 2025$1,268
April 2025$1,179
May 2025$1,204
June 2025$1,224
July 2025$1,259
August 2025$1,110
September 2025$1,104
October 2025$1,103
November 2025$1,105
December 2025$1,123
January 2026$1,195
February 2026$1,170
March 2026$1,098
A table of studio rental data trends in Jefferson Westside
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,023
April 2024$1,055
May 2024$975
June 2024$936
July 2024$934
August 2024$919
September 2024$946
October 2024$995
November 2024$1,045
December 2024$946
January 2025$968
February 2025$995
March 2025$1,047
April 2025$930
May 2025$1,080
June 2025$1,023
July 2025$1,040
August 2025$1,062
September 2025$1,047
October 2025$995
November 2025$1,015
December 2025$1,087
January 2026$1,045
February 2026$898
March 2026$825

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 491 W 8th Ave

River Road/El Camino del Río Elementary School

120 w hilliard ln

eugene, OR, 97404

K-5Public
B

Family School

1155 crest dr

eugene, OR, 97405

K-5Public
B

Chinese Language Immersion School

2200 bailey hill rd

eugene, OR, 97405

K-5Public
A

Charlemagne French Immersion Elementary School

3875 kincaid st

eugene, OR, 97405

K-5Public
A

Yujin Gakuen Elementary School

850 howard ave

eugene, OR, 97404

K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Eugene near 491 W 8th Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 491 W 8th Ave, Eugene

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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