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Rental Market Trends in Montgomery, AL

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Montgomery, AL is $941/month.

Rent in Montgomery is 43% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$941/month

Average Rent

758 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1%

Change / Year

1,304

Available Apartments

Montgomery rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Montgomery average $714 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Montgomery average $941 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Montgomery average $1,091 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Montgomery average $1,271 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$714/month
417 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$941/month
758 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,091/month
1,043 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,271/month
1,305 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,073/month
630 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,164/month
1,128 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,351/month
1,344 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,842/month
1,988 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$723/month
797 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,025/month
1,269 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,369/month
1,207 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Montgomery, AL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $10 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Montgomery, AL

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Montgomery, AL
Percentage*
Rent Range
16% Below $700/month
45% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
10% $1,501 - $2,000/month
1% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Montgomery?

Based on current rent prices, Capitol Heights, Garden District and East Montgomery are the most affordable neighborhoods in Montgomery.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Capitol Heights
$944/month
423 Sq Ft
Garden District
$1,104/month
846 Sq Ft
East Montgomery
$1,131/month
797 Sq Ft
Downtown Montgomery
$1,269/month
712 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Montgomery?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Montgomery, East Montgomery and Garden District are the most expensive neighborhoods in Montgomery.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Montgomery
$1,269/month
712 Sq Ft
East Montgomery
$1,131/month
797 Sq Ft
Garden District
$1,104/month
846 Sq Ft
Capitol Heights
$944/month
423 Sq Ft

Which Montgomery neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Montgomery with the most apartments available are East Montgomery, Downtown Montgomery and Capitol Heights .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Montgomery
$1,131/month
797 Sq Ft
Downtown Montgomery
$1,269/month
712 Sq Ft
Capitol Heights
$944/month
423 Sq Ft
Garden District
$1,104/month
846 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Montgomery is $941, you’ll want to make about $3,136 per month or $37,632 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 Montgomery, AL is 9.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Montgomery is 17.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $714 - $1,271. You can expect to pay 0% less for groceries, 9.5% more for utilities, and 11.5% less for transportation.

City

Montgomery, AL

1,304 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Montgomery, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Capitol Heights

Montgomery, AL

Downtown Montgomery

Montgomery, AL

Studio
-
$1,586/month
One Bedroom
$686/month
$1,686/month
Two Bedroom
$622/month
$2,045/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,526/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Wetumpka

    Avg Rent: $1,250/month

  • Millbrook

    Millbrook

    Avg Rent: $1,007/month

  • Prattville

    Prattville

    Avg Rent: $1,420/month

Apartment Communities in Montgomery We Think You'll Love

The One at Montgomery

The One at Montgomery

10510 Chantilly Pky,
Montgomery, AL 36117

1-3 Beds | $1,753 - $2,182

Zelda Pointe

Zelda Pointe

2845 Zelda Rd,
Montgomery, AL 36106

1-2 Beds | $899 - $1,119

Azalea Hill

Azalea Hill

5801 E Shirley Ln,
Montgomery, AL 36117

Studio - 2 Beds | $744 - $1,473

Carrington Park Apartments

Carrington Park Apartments

2000 Central Pky,
Montgomery, AL 36106

1-3 Beds | $1,095 - $2,160

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Montgomery?

The average rent in Montgomery is $941 per month, which is 43.5% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Montgomery?

The average rent for a house in Montgomery, AL is $1,351 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Montgomery?

The average rent for a townhome in Montgomery, AL is $1,025 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Montgomery?

Rents in Montgomery, AL are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $10 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, AL, 45% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Alabama Montgomery 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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