Last updated July 6, 2026
Average Rent in Alabama (2026)
Average rent across Alabama is $1,510/mo as of July 2026, based on 1,376 units tracked daily across 11 cities and 112 apartment communities. Rents are down $33 (2.3%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $625 to $3,596.
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Alabama Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover | $1,886 | +$151 | 316 | $895 |
| Mobile | $1,273 | +$2 | 259 | $625 |
| Auburn | $1,640 | -$668 | 172 | $750 |
| Birmingham | $1,651 | -$1 | 164 | $855 |
| Madison | $1,324 | +$1 | 146 | $881 |
| Huntsville | $1,438 | -$129 | 95 | $899 |
| Decatur | $1,002 | -- | 80 | $706 |
| Montgomery | $1,408 | -$234 | 64 | $749 |
| Phenix City | $1,256 | -$7 | 38 | $895 |
| Tuscaloosa | $1,436 | +$186 | 21 | $625 |
| Dothan | $995 | -$28 | 21 | $855 |
Which Alabama Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Alabama cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 11 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Alabama
Across the 64 Alabama buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $19M per month ($223M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.20 Midtown Apartments | Birmingham, AL | $1.8M/mo | 97% | 1000 |
| 2.Colina Hillside | Hoover, AL | $1.4M/mo | 79% | 1000 |
| 3.Cortland Vesta | Birmingham, AL | $1.1M/mo | 98% | 588 |
| 4.Artisan at Twickenham Square | Huntsville, AL | $939K/mo | 97% | 588 |
| 5.The Foundry at Stovehouse | Huntsville, AL | $933K/mo | 91% | 636 |
| 6.Bartley Lofts | Huntsville, AL | $790K/mo | 99% | 450 |
| 7.The Estates At Lafayette Square | Mobile, AL | $690K/mo | 94% | 675 |
| 8.Meridian at the Port | Mobile, AL | $599K/mo | 92% | 342 |
| 9.Yester Oaks | Mobile, AL | $546K/mo | 91% | 587 |
| 10.The Reserve at Billingsley | Montgomery, AL | $424K/mo | 97% | 288 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Alabama broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,314 | $625 | $2,383 | 476 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,572 | $649 | $3,450 | 671 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,830 | $831 | $3,284 | 154 |
3 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Alabama Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Alabama apartments.
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What is the average rent in Alabama?
The average rent in Alabama is $1,510 per month as of July 2026, based on 1,376 units tracked across 11 cities.
Which Alabama city has the cheapest rent?
Dothan has the lowest average rent in Alabama at $995 per month, with units starting from $855.
Are rents going up or down in Alabama?
Rents in Alabama have decreased by $33 (2.3%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Alabama?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Alabama is $1,314 per month, with 476 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Alabama?
Hoover is the most expensive city in Alabama with an average rent of $1,886 per month.
How many apartments are available in Alabama?
We track 1,376 individual units across 112 apartment communities in 11 Alabama cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Alabama?
Studio data is currently being collected.
How often are Alabama rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Alabama rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.