Average Rent in Decatur, AL
8 apartment buildings, 80 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$1,002/mo
market average
Cheapest
$706/mo
Sandlin Villas
Properties
8
tracked daily
Units
80
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 8 properties in Decatur, AL.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Decatur, AL Rent Prices
All 8 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Sandlin Villas
324 Cardinal Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35601, USA
Beltline Villas
2801 Sandlin Rd SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
Wheeler Estates Apartments
134 McEntire Ln SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
Brookridge Apartments
1602 Brookridge Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35601, USA
Axis on Beltline
2025 Danville Park Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
Rhodes Ferry Apartments
1050 Harborview Dr NE, Decatur, AL 35601, USA
Decatur Place Apartments
306 Courtney Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandlin Villas 324 Cardinal Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35601, USA | $706 | $822 | $1.20 | 3.2 (71) | 14 |
| 2 | Beltline Villas 2801 Sandlin Rd SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA | $839 | $871 | $1.26 | 4.2 (19) | 4 |
| 3 | Wheeler Estates Apartments 134 McEntire Ln SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA | $849 | $890 | $1.04 | 4 (131) | 2 |
| 4 | Brookridge Apartments 1602 Brookridge Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35601, USA | $875 | $1,045 | $1.27 | 3.2 (55) | 17 |
| 5 | Axis on Beltline 2025 Danville Park Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA | $899 | $1,000 | $1.29 | 4.2 (115) | 20 |
| 6 | Rhodes Ferry Apartments 1050 Harborview Dr NE, Decatur, AL 35601, USA | $899 | $1,101 | $1.21 | 4.6 (49) | 11 |
| 7 | Decatur Place Apartments 306 Courtney Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA | $975 | $1,088 | $1.11 | 3.4 (63) | 2 |
Explore Each Property
Sandlin Villas
3.2 (71)324 Cardinal Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35601, USA
Beltline Villas
4.2 (19)2801 Sandlin Rd SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
Wheeler Estates Apartments
4 (131)134 McEntire Ln SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
Brookridge Apartments
3.2 (55)1602 Brookridge Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35601, USA
Axis on Beltline
4.2 (115)2025 Danville Park Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603, USA
Rhodes Ferry Apartments
4.6 (49)1050 Harborview Dr NE, Decatur, AL 35601, USA
Decatur, AL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Decatur, AL is $1,002 per month, based on 80 units across 8 apartment communities. Prices range from $706 at Sandlin Villas to $999 at Courtney Square Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $706/mo | $706/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $887/mo | $721/mo | 38 |
| 2 Bed | $1,113/mo | $849/mo | 40 |
| 3 Bed | $1,233/mo | $1,233/mo | 1 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Decatur, AL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$40,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,002/mo.
Comfortable income
$48,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($706/mo), you need to earn at least $28,000/year.
Cost of living in Decatur, AL
We only have live rent data for Decatur, AL so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,002 |
| Estimated total | $1,002/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Alabama
How Decatur, AL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Decatur, AL | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, AL | $1,652 | +65% | 21 |
| Montgomery, AL | $1,408 | +41% | 16 |
| Mobile, AL | $1,275 | +27% | 14 |
| Hoover, AL | $1,886 | +88% | 13 |
| Birmingham, AL | $1,651 | +65% | 12 |
| Madison, AL | $1,324 | +32% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Decatur, AL?
The average rent in Decatur, AL is $1,002 per month, based on 80 units across 8 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Decatur, AL?
The lowest available rent in Decatur, AL starts at $706 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Decatur, AL?
1-bedroom apartments in Decatur, AL average $887/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $721/mo across 38 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Decatur, AL?
2-bedroom apartments in Decatur, AL average $1,113/mo. Units start from $849/mo across 40 units currently listed.
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