• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Cost of Living in Huntsville
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator
  • Property Management Companies

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Huntsville, AL

What is the average rent in Huntsville, AL?

$1,067/month

Average Rent

740 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-2.3%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Huntsville, AL is $1,067 per month. This is 35% lower than the national average rent of $1,641/month, making renting in Huntsville more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Huntsville, you can expect to pay about $922 per month for a studio, $1,067 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,289 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,544 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$922/month
527 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,067/month
740 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,289/month
1,061 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,544/month
1,383 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$817/month
166 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,375/month
578 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,719/month
715 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,314/month
922 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$922/month
156 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,182/month
396 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,098/month
252 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,312/month
250 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,855/month
446 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Huntsville, AL?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.3%, which averages out to $24 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
Legend
2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Huntsville, AL
Last Updated April 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Huntsville, AL
Percentage*
Rent Range
13% Below $700/month
31% $700 - $1,000/month
47% $1,001 - $1,500/month
8% $1,501 - $2,000/month
1% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

Last Updated Today
  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Huntsville?

Based on current rent prices, Rutledge Heights, Pinecrest Manor and Buena Vista Estates are the most affordable neighborhoods in Huntsville.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Rutledge Heights
$701/month
679 Sq Ft
Pinecrest Manor
$725/month
563 Sq Ft
Buena Vista Estates
$730/month
580 Sq Ft
Ridgecrest
$730/month
580 Sq Ft
Parkway Estates
$897/month
642 Sq Ft
Plantation South Condominiums
$897/month
642 Sq Ft
Huntsville Park
$906/month
688 Sq Ft
University Park Estates
$916/month
692 Sq Ft
South Central Huntsville
$921/month
742 Sq Ft
Steeplechase
$979/month
716 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Huntsville, Providence and Old Town-Twickenham are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Huntsville
$1,574/month
756 Sq Ft
Providence
$1,541/month
811 Sq Ft
Old Town-Twickenham
$1,474/month
742 Sq Ft
Old Town Historic District
$1,427/month
758 Sq Ft
West Huntsville
$1,404/month
720 Sq Ft
West Lawn
$1,359/month
778 Sq Ft
Westview
$1,333/month
656 Sq Ft
Dallas Mills-Five Points
$1,313/month
734 Sq Ft
Willow Springs
$1,285/month
666 Sq Ft
Research Commons
$1,256/month
886 Sq Ft

Which Huntsville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Huntsville with the most apartments available are University/Research Park, Downtown Huntsville and West Huntsville .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
University/Research Park
$1,238/month
779 Sq Ft
Downtown Huntsville
$1,574/month
756 Sq Ft
West Huntsville
$1,404/month
720 Sq Ft
Providence
$1,541/month
811 Sq Ft
Indian Creek
$1,250/month
835 Sq Ft
Southwest Huntsville
$1,129/month
829 Sq Ft
Dallas Mills-Five Points
$1,313/month
734 Sq Ft
Old Town Historic District
$1,427/month
758 Sq Ft
West Lawn
$1,359/month
778 Sq Ft
South Central Huntsville
$921/month
742 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Huntsville is $1,067, you’ll want to make about $3,556 per month or $42,672 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Huntsville, AL is 9.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Huntsville is 27.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $922 - $1,544. You can expect to pay 0.8% more for groceries, 9.1% less for utilities, and 3.7% less for transportation.

City

Huntsville, AL

7,713 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

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

Use the tool below to compare Huntsville, 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.

Explore the Area Guide for Huntsville, AL

Apartment Averages

Rutledge Heights

Huntsville, AL

Downtown Huntsville

Huntsville, AL

Studio
-
$1,271/month
One Bedroom
-
$1,495/month
Two Bedroom
-
$2,015/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,803/month
Search
Search

Apartment communities in Huntsville we think you'll love

The Villas at Old Monrovia

The Villas at Old Monrovia

1001 Cernan Dr,
Huntsville, AL 35806

$1,149 - $2,755

1-3 Beds

Seleno at Bridge Street

Seleno at Bridge Street

6854 Governors West NW,
Huntsville, AL 35806

$1,027 - $3,515

1-3 Beds

The Gabriel

The Gabriel

1542 Balch Rd,
Madison, AL 35757

$1,255 - $1,815 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds

Vista At Councill Square

Vista At Councill Square

521 Davis Cir SW,
Huntsville, AL 35801

$1,148 - $2,120

Studio - 2 Beds

Property Management Companies in Huntsville, AL

Sealy Management Co.
Sealy Management Co.
  • 45

    Communities

  • 9,460

    Units

  • 13

    Cities

15 Communities in Huntsville
RangeWater
RangeWater
  • 228

    Communities

  • 55,691

    Units

  • 123

    Cities

10 Communities in Huntsville
RAM Partners
RAM Partners
  • 296

    Communities

  • 78,616

    Units

  • 170

    Cities

9 Communities in Huntsville
Hawthorne Residential Partners
Hawthorne Residential Partners
  • 248

    Communities

  • 59,853

    Units

  • 111

    Cities

9 Communities in Huntsville
Arlington Properties
Arlington Properties
  • 122

    Communities

  • 29,705

    Units

  • 72

    Cities

6 Communities in Huntsville
Willow Bridge
Willow Bridge
  • 716

    Communities

  • 197,852

    Units

  • 340

    Cities

5 Communities in Huntsville
Elmington Capital
Elmington Capital
  • 145

    Communities

  • 23,735

    Units

  • 77

    Cities

5 Communities in Huntsville
Freeman Webb
Freeman Webb
  • 80

    Communities

  • 15,932

    Units

  • 23

    Cities

5 Communities in Huntsville

Learn More with Helpful Articles

5 Tips For Moving into Your First Apartment

Move in stress-free - the first time's a charm!

Tips for Finding an Apartment in a New City

Concrete jungle or small-town suburb? Your new home awaits.

When Is the Best Time to Move?

The pros and cons of moving during each season.

How to Choose an Apartment Community You’ll Love

Avoid renter's remorse - know what to look for in your next apartment.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
United States Alabama Huntsville 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 February 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.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity