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Rental Market Trends in Muscle Shoals, AL

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Muscle Shoals, AL is $898/month.

Rent in Muscle Shoals is 46% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$898/month

Average Rent

806 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4.6%

Change / Year

39

Available Apartments

Muscle Shoals rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Muscle Shoals average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Muscle Shoals average $898 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Muscle Shoals average $1,002 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Muscle Shoals average $1,275 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$898/month
806 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,002/month
1,073 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,275/month
1,327 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Muscle Shoals, AL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4.6%, which averages out to $42 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Muscle Shoals, AL

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Muscle Shoals, AL
Percentage*
Rent Range
25% Below $700/month
38% $700 - $1,000/month
38% $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 Muscle Shoals, AL?

Because the average rent in Muscle Shoals is $898, you’ll want to make about $2,993 per month or $35,916 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

Muscle Shoals, AL

39 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Muscle Shoals, 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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  • Sheffield

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    Avg Rent: $675/month

  • Tuscumbia

    Tuscumbia

    Avg Rent: $910/month

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    Florence

    Avg Rent: $618/month

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    Killen

    Avg Rent: $506/month

Apartment Communities in Muscle Shoals We Think You'll Love

Arbor Village Apartments

Arbor Village Apartments

600 Firestone Ave,
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

1-2 Beds | $983 - $1,245

Villas at Riverside

Villas at Riverside

130 River Rd,
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

1-3 Beds | $1,000 - $1,410

The Oakley at Spring Creek

The Oakley at Spring Creek

107 Harrison Dr,
Tuscumbia, AL 35674

1-3 Beds | $910 - $1,375

Stonebrook Village

Stonebrook Village

100 Brink Ct,
Sheffield, AL 35660

1-2 Beds | $750 - $899

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Muscle Shoals?

The average rent in Muscle Shoals is $898 per month, which is 46.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Muscle Shoals?

Rents in Muscle Shoals, AL are increasing, with prices up 4.6% year-over-year and $42 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Muscle Shoals?

In Muscle Shoals, AL, 38% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Alabama Muscle Shoals 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 June 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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