Last updated on June 15, 2026

Average rent in
Eugene, OR

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Eugene, OR rent slipped modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,525/month. Renters are paying $29 less per month on average than last year, reflecting a slight cooldown in the market.

  • Compared to national trends

    Eugene sits 21.8% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market for those seeking value in the Pacific Northwest.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studios in Eugene rent for about $1,095/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,200/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,590/month, 3-bedrooms for $2,200/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $3,195/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Fairmont rents rose 35.7% year over year to $1,825/month, contrasting with the citywide modest decline. Meanwhile, Laurel Hill saw rents fall 52.4% year over year to $1,425/month, showing significant local variation.

Median rent

Median rent in Eugene

$1,525/mo

decreased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Eugene is $1,525 per month as of June 2026. This is 22% below the national average rent, or $425 less per month.

$1.89

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Eugene

367

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Eugene rentals at each price point

50%38%25%13%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Eugene, OR

Average rent prices in Eugene have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Eugene, OR

Rent prices in Eugene vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Eugene is $1,395, whereas a house costs $2,295. 1-bedroom apartments in Eugene run $1,195 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,495.

Listings

Studio

$1,095

3%

9%

1 bedroom

$1,200

2%

6%

2 bedroom

$1,590

1%

3%

3 bedroom

$2,200

11%

2%

4 bedroom

$3,195

2%

13%

Studio

Average rent

$1,095

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

9%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,200

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

6%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,590

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,200

Last 30 days

11%

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,195

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

13%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Eugene, OR, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Eugene, OR compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Eugene and Albany by all bedroom counts and property types.

Eugene

Median rent price$1,525
decreased by22%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,550
decreased by21%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Eugene, OR is 2% lower than the median rent in Albany, OR.

Average rent in nearby cities

Explore rent trends in neighboring markets

Albany

$1,550

Flat
Last year
Coburg

$2,200

decreased by26%
Last year
Corvallis

$1,595

increased by7%
Last year
Cottage Grove

$1,325

decreased by12%
Last year
Creswell

$1,395

increased by2%
Last year
Harrisburg

$1,897

increased by4%
Last year

Cost of living in Eugene, OR

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services5% higher
Groceries5% higher
Health17% higher
Housing17% higher
Transportation11% higher
Utilities7% lower

Discover rentals in Eugene, OR

474 E 14th Aly - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West University apartment for rent in Eugene

Apartment for rent

1827 Harris St #107 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

South University apartment for rent in Eugene

1827 Harris St #107, Eugene, OR 97403

1 bed

1 bath

$650

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 13

1827 Harris St #114 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South University apartment for rent in Eugene

1827 Harris St #114, Eugene, OR 97403

1 bed

1 bath

$650

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 22

1827 Harris St #315B2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South University apartment for rent in Eugene

1827 Harris St #315B2, Eugene, OR 97403

1 bed

1 bath

$650

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 10

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Frequently asked questions for Eugene, OR

Quick answers to common questions about the Eugene rental market.

How much is rent in Eugene?

The average rent in Eugene is $1,525 per month as of June 13, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Eugene?

Average rent prices in Eugene have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.

How does Eugene rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Eugene is 22% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $425 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Eugene?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Eugene are Jefferson Westside ($1,212/mo), Whiteaker ($1,295/mo), and South University ($1,392/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Eugene?

To comfortably afford rent in Eugene, you'd need to earn approximately $61,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Eugene?

Eugene, Oregon rental prices in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,400 per month, while two-bedroom units also average around $1,600 per month. Both apartment types experienced slight declines from the previous year, with one-bedrooms down 0.9% and two-bedrooms declining 1.2% year over year.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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