Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Average rent in
Eugene, OR
Average rent in
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Eugene, OR rent slipped 6.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,500/month. Renters today are paying $44 less per month on average than last year, despite a 4.8% increase month over month in recent months.
Compared to national trends
Eugene sits 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Pacific Northwest. The city has 380 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Eugene rent for about $1,095/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,195/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,525/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,195/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,800/month. Apartments make up 67.8% of rentals with a median rent of $1,395/month, while houses rent for a median of $2,295/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
West Eugene rents fell 27.4% year over year to $1,449/month across 21 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide 6.0% drop, showing a localized cooldown in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Eugene
$1,500/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Eugene is $1,500 per month as of September 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Eugene
380
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Eugene rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Eugene, OR
Average rent prices in Eugene have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 6% 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 |  5% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,195 | 1% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,525 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,195 | 1% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,800 | 4% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bethel | $1,795 | |
Cal Young | $1,595 | |
Downtown Eugene | $1,525 | |
Harlow | $1,795 | |
Jefferson Westside | $1,295 | |
River Road | $1,610 | |
South University | $1,450 | |
University | $1,295 | |
West University | $1,304 | |
Whiteaker | $1,250 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,395 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,745 | 6% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,295 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $744 | 11% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
4%
West University
Average rent
$1,304
Jefferson Westside
Average rent
$1,295
South University
Average rent
$1,450
Bethel
Average rent
$1,795
Harlow
Average rent
$1,795
Cal Young
Average rent
$1,595
University
Average rent
$1,295
Whiteaker
Average rent
$1,250
Downtown Eugene
Average rent
$1,525
River Road
Average rent
$1,610
Apartments
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,745
Last 30 days
6%
Houses
Average rent
$2,295
Last 30 days
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$744
Last 30 days
11%
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
21%lower than the national median
19%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Eugene, OR is 3% lower than the median rent in Albany, OR.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,545
10%$1,750
31%$1,595
3%$1,395
7%$1,495
$1,450
$1,565
12%$1,500
2%$1,400
5%$1,350
3%$1,420
10%$1,747
10%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 & Services | 5% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 17% higher |
| Housing | 17% higher |
| Transportation | 11% higher |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Eugene, OR
2h ago
551 E 14th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
1–4 beds
2 baths
$595–$2,395
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West University apartment for rent in Eugene
1 bed
1 bath
$600
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1873 Garden Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1360 Alder St, Eugene, OR 97401
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
1d ago
530 E 18th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
3–5 beds
2–3 baths
$3,300–$6,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
South University townhouse for rent in Eugene
4 beds
4.5 baths
$6,000
$5,000
Price drop
House for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
South University townhouse for rent in Eugene
3 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
$4,000
Price drop
House for rent
Available Aug 7
2d ago
185 Fairway Loop, Eugene, OR 97401
2 beds
2 baths
$3,449–$3,697
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
451 W Broadway, Eugene, OR 97401
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,110–$2,436
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2001 Garden Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
2 beds
1 bath
$1,595–$1,750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1030 Ferry St, Eugene, OR 97401
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,329–$1,525
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1800 Cal Young Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,388–$1,754
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
451 W Broadway, Eugene, OR 97401
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,110–$2,436
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1460 Olive St, Eugene, OR 97401
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
550 E 14th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
1 bed
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
4h ago
183 E 19th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
451 W Broadway, Eugene, OR 97401
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,110–$2,436
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
242 E 14th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
3 beds
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3109 Kinsrow Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
2 beds
1 bath
$1,399
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Downtown Eugene house for rent in Eugene
4 beds
1.5 baths
$2,795
$2,595
Price drop
House for rent
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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 $1,500 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Eugene?
Average rent prices in Eugene have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Eugene rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Eugene is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Eugene?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Eugene are Whiteaker ($1,250/mo), Jefferson Westside ($1,295/mo), and University ($1,295/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Eugene?
To comfortably afford rent in Eugene, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Eugene?
June offers the lowest rents in Eugene, with an 8% difference compared to January's peak prices. December shows the least competition with lower demand relative to inventory, while August tends to be the most competitive month.
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).