5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Stainless appliances
- Quartz kitchen countertops
- Large fenced backyard
- Unfinished basement
Location
1166 Alford Ave, Hoover, AL 35226, USA
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Amenities for 1166 Alford Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air | Electric Heating |
| Fireplace | Hardwood Floor |
| Heat Pump |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
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About 1166 Alford Ave
Property Status: Active Updated 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home in the heart of Hoover, convenient to downtown, Samford/UAB, grocery and shopping. This home has been remarkably updated, partnering the 1960s charm of the original hardwoods (refinished) with the modern conveniences of quartz kitchen countertops, stainless appliances, recessed kitchen lighting, and new LVP in the kitchen and bathroom. The laundry closet is conveniently located on the main level. Sip coffee on your covered patio and enjoy your large fenced backyard. The unfinished basement boasts a one car garage and a work bench, a perfect space to house your tools & toys. This is not your typical "rental"! You must see it to believe it!! ****Disclosure--owner is a licensed realtor. ***Pets only allowed with owner approval (small pet/non-dangerous breed and there is a $350 per pet fee if approved + $25/mo pet rent. Application Fee is $60 per person over 18 years of age. Call 205-267-9809 to set up a showing. Office Phone: (205) 822-2272 Copyright © 2026 Greater Alabama MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1166 Alford Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Address details
| Zip code | 35226 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Hoover
3-bedroom apartments at 1166 Alford Ave cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hoover.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Hoover
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,583 |
| April 2024 | $1,488 |
| May 2024 | $1,526 |
| June 2024 | $1,515 |
| July 2024 | $1,526 |
| August 2024 | $1,595 |
| September 2024 | $1,639 |
| October 2024 | $1,634 |
| November 2024 | $1,594 |
| December 2024 | $1,632 |
| January 2025 | $1,666 |
| February 2025 | $1,665 |
| March 2025 | $1,729 |
| April 2025 | $1,812 |
| May 2025 | $1,851 |
| June 2025 | $1,855 |
| July 2025 | $1,963 |
| August 2025 | $1,947 |
| September 2025 | $1,962 |
| October 2025 | $1,981 |
| November 2025 | $1,944 |
| December 2025 | $1,800 |
| January 2026 | $1,863 |
| February 2026 | $1,915 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1166 Alford Ave
Shades Mountain Elementary School
2250 sumpter st
hoover, AL, 35226
PK, K-5Public
A+
Oxmoor K-5
3600 sydney dr
birmingham, AL, 35211
PK, K-5Public
C-
Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge
2680 gresham dr
vestavia hills, AL, 35243
PK, K-5Public
A
Richard Arrington Elementary School
2101 jefferson ave sw
birmingham, AL, 35211
PK, K-5Public
C-
Jefferson County Virtual School
2100 18th st south
birmingham, AL, 35209
K-12Public
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Getting around Hoover near 1166 Alford Ave
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1166 Alford Ave, Hoover
Groceries
2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
0/10
Minimal park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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