1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Eugene, OR
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Eugene, Oregon as of July 2026. That's +34% lower than the citywide median of $1,842 and +13% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Eugene
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Eugene
Compare Eugene's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seaside | $744 |
| 2 | Klamath Falls | $850 |
| 3 | Pendleton | $850 |
| 4 | Coos Bay | $860 |
| 5 | La Grande | $860 |
| 6 | Hermiston | $910 |
| 7 | Sutherlin | $960 |
| 8 | Roseburg | $970 |
| 9 | Prineville | $990 |
| 10 | Cottage Grove | $1,010 |
| 11 | Newport | $1,010 |
| 12 | Astoria | $1,040 |
| 13 | Stayton | $1,040 |
| 14 | Grants Pass | $1,060 |
| 15 | Lincoln City | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sherwood | $2,210 |
| 2 | Lake Oswego | $2,150 |
| 3 | West Linn | $2,090 |
| 4 | Hillsboro | $1,895 |
| 5 | Wilsonville | $1,880 |
| 6 | Clackamas | $1,840 |
| 7 | Beaverton | $1,840 |
| 8 | Tualatin | $1,830 |
| 9 | West Slope | $1,810 |
| 10 | Gladstone | $1,810 |
| 11 | Portland | $1,785 |
| 12 | Scappoose | $1,780 |
| 13 | Oregon City | $1,760 |
| 14 | Happy Valley | $1,730 |
| 15 | Tigard | $1,720 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Eugene.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Eugene |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, OR | 13.7 mi | $1,105 | $-105 (-9%) |
| Cottage Grove, OR | 23 mi | $1,010 | $-200 (-17%) |
| Sweet Home, OR | 34.5 mi | $1,120 | $-90 (-7%) |
| Corvallis, OR | 36.2 mi | $1,290 | +$80 (+7%) |
| Lebanon, OR | 38.9 mi | $1,220 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Albany, OR | 40.4 mi | $1,185 | $-25 (-2%) |
| Philomath, OR | 41.4 mi | $1,210 | — |
| Sutherlin, OR | 46.3 mi | $960 | $-250 (-21%) |
| Monmouth, OR | 51.3 mi | $1,170 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Independence, OR | 52.4 mi | $1,370 | +$160 (+13%) |
| Stayton, OR | 58 mi | $1,040 | $-170 (-14%) |
| Roseburg, OR | 59.1 mi | $970 | $-240 (-20%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Eugene — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Eugene?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Eugene, Oregon is $1,210 per month. This is +34% below the citywide median of $1,842.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Eugene?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $48,400 ($4,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Eugene expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Eugene's 1-bedroom median of $1,210 is +13% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 37th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Eugene rank for 1-bedroom rent in Oregon?
Among the 64 cities in Oregon with 1-bedroom data, Eugene ranks #24 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Eugene?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Springfield ($1,105), Cottage Grove ($1,010), Sweet Home ($1,120).