Velo
425 River Rd,
Eugene, OR 97404
$1,649 - $1,999 | 1-2 Beds
Whiteaker stands out for its artistic, hipster vibe. "The Whit's" heart beats to the pulse of creativity. You can find artist studios mixed in with the usual apartments and condos for rent. If you want to extend your cultural reach, downtown Eugene and the Hult Center for the Performing Arts sit a short mile away to the southeast.
For a taste of the neighborhood's creative culture, check out Papa's Soul Food Kitchen and BBQ on Blair Boulevard. Groove to the blues, soul, and R&B sounds of live local talent while sampling pulled pork bookended by yams and mac and cheese. Folk art adorns the walls of this stand-alone eatery to complete the sense of Whiteaker in a microcosm.
The neighborhood's inventive spirit extends to the beverage industry, and several craft breweries call this district home. The Ninkasi Brewing Company pours brews, such as Tricerahops, with taste profiles that honor Whiteaker's reputation for innovation.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Whiteaker is $602 for a studio, $967 for one bedroom, and $1,086 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Whiteaker has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Studio
289 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$602/month
Average Rent
1 BR
685 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$967/month
Average Rent
2 BR
938 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,086/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Biker's Paradise
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Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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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.