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Eugene, OR

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An idyllic Pacific city nestled in breathtaking natural terrain.

Pacific University of Oregon Quaint Outdoorsy Idyllic

Eugene, Oregon is conveniently located 50 miles east of the Oregon coast and just off of the confluence of the McKenzie and Willamette Rivers, a dream for outdoorsmen and nature buffs. A quaint community nestled among beautiful foliage and several rivers and streams, this idyllic city is the perfect locale for your next apartment.

In addition to the gorgeous natural landscape, Eugene also features great cultural options. Dance the day away at an outdoor music festival at the Cuthbert Amphitheater, and visit the Hult Center for the Performing Arts. If you’re looking for a quaint town away from the noise and bustle of larger cities, this family-friendly town is perfect for you to come home to.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Eugene, OR is $1,215 for a studio, $1,401 for one bedroom, $1,638 for two bedrooms, and $2,047 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Eugene has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,401/month
669 Sq Ft
House
$2,276/month
988 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,597/month
777 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,104/month
1,186 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Eugene, OR is 9.4% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Eugene is 23.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,215 - $2,047. You can expect to pay 7.2% more for groceries, 6.0% less for utilities, and 10.7% more for transportation.

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Transportation

63

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

37

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

83

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Camas Ridge Community Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

251 Students

9
out of 10

Edgewood Community Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

407 Students

8
out of 10

Edison Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

354 Students

8
out of 10

Fairfield Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

333 Students

8
out of 10

Yujin Gakuen Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

255 Students

8
out of 10

Roosevelt Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

543 Students

7
out of 10

Crow Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

121 Students

7
out of 10

Kelly Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

424 Students

6
out of 10

Monroe Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

541 Students

5
out of 10

Cal Young Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

494 Students

5
out of 10

Sheldon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,525 Students

7
out of 10

Willamette High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,516 Students

7
out of 10

South Eugene High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,505 Students

7
out of 10

Crow Middle/High School

Public

Grades 6-12

121 Students

7
out of 10

Churchill High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,082 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Owen Rose Garden
  • Skinner Butte Park
  • Lane County Historical Museum
  • Shelton McMurphey Johnson House
  • Eugene Parks Department

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Mahlon Sweet Field

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.