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Rental Market Trends in Calera, AL

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Calera, AL is $1,107/month.

Rent in Calera is 33% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,107/month

Average Rent

846 Sq Ft

Average Size

-3.7%

Change / Year

60

Available Apartments

Calera rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Calera average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Calera average $1,107 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Calera average $1,283 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Calera average $1,636 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,107/month
846 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,283/month
1,176 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,636/month
1,347 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,687/month
1,304 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,956/month
1,430 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Calera, AL?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.7%, which averages out to $40 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Calera, AL

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Calera, AL
Percentage*
Rent Range
50% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Calera, AL?

Because the average rent in Calera is $1,107, you’ll want to make about $3,690 per month or $44,280 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Calera, AL

60 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Calera, AL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Calera, AL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

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  • Columbiana

    Columbiana

    Avg Rent: $636/month

  • Montevallo

    Montevallo

    Avg Rent: $703/month

  • Alabaster

    Alabaster

    Avg Rent: $1,202/month

  • Pelham

    Pelham

    Avg Rent: $1,344/month

Apartment Communities in Calera We Think You'll Love

Lancaster Place

Lancaster Place

10 Kensington Manor Dr,
Calera, AL 35040

1-3 Beds | $1,282 - $2,111

South Pointe Development

South Pointe Development

203 Shiloh Creek Dr,
Calera, AL 35040

3 Beds | $1,175

Hill Brook Manor

Hill Brook Manor

300 Sumner Dr,
Calera, AL 35040

1-2 Beds | $665 - $855

224 Stonecreek Pl

224 Stonecreek Pl

224 Stonecreek Pl,
Calera, AL 35040

3 Beds | $1,725

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Calera?

The average rent in Calera is $1,107 per month, which is 33.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Calera?

The average rent for a house in Calera, AL is $1,687 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Calera?

Rents in Calera, AL are decreasing, with prices down 3.7% year-over-year and $40 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Calera?

In Calera, AL, 50% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Alabama Calera Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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