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Last updated on August 25, 2026
Average rent in
Anniston, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on August 25, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Anniston rent stands today
Anniston, AL rent rose 8.4% year over year, with a current median of $975/month. Renters today are paying $133 more per month on average than last year.
Compared to national trends
Anniston is 49.4% more affordable than the $1,925/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in Alabama.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Anniston rent for $375/month, 1-bedrooms for $800/month, 2-bedrooms for $895/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,000/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,710/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 1-bedroom segment rose 39.1% year over year, diverging from the citywide increase of 8.4%. The 4+ bedroom segment also climbed 31.5%, showing notable variation within Anniston's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Anniston
$975/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Anniston is $975 per month as of August 2026. This is 49% below the national average rent, or $950 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Anniston
60
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Anniston rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Anniston, AL
Average rent prices in Anniston have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Anniston, AL
Rent prices in Anniston vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Anniston is $799, whereas a house costs $985. 1-bedroom apartments in Anniston run $699 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $799.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $375 | 3% | - | |
1 bedroom | $800 | 4% | 37% | |
2 bedroom | $895 |  3% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,000 | 6% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $1,710 | 22% | 44% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Anniston, AL.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $799 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $750 | 5% | - | |
Houses | $985 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$375
Last 30 days
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
37%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,710
Last 30 days
22%
Last year
44%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Anniston, AL.
Apartments
Average rent
$799
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$750
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$985
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Anniston, AL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Anniston, AL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Anniston and Alexandria by all bedroom counts and property types.
Anniston
49%lower than the national median
43%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Anniston, AL is 11% lower than the median rent in Alexandria, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,100
5%$1,175
$1,275
3%$1,985
1%$1,520
10%$900
12%$1,100
3%$1,520
$1,250
5%$1,295
35%$822
76%$1,695
32%Cost of living in Anniston, AL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 9% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 17% lower |
| Housing | 42% lower |
| Transportation | 12% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Anniston, AL
6h ago
1419 Marguerite Ave, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$575
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
2 beds
1 bath
$675
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1d ago
4003 Dix St, Anniston, AL 36201
2 beds
1 bath
$700
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2d ago
1525 E 9th St, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$700
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
308 Noble St #1, Anniston, AL 36201
Studio
0 baths
$5,500
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
5 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
1033 Old Mill Rd, Anniston, AL 36207
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available Aug 21
4d ago
2320 Coleman Rd, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$1,070
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3555 US Highway 78 East, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
2 baths
$1,010–$1,025
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 7
3d ago
143 Old Choccolocco Rd, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2320 Coleman Rd, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$1,070
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2702 Old Quintard Ave, Anniston, AL 36201
1 bed
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
607 E 22nd St, Anniston, AL 36207
4 beds
2 baths
$1,300
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
3 beds
1 bath
$975
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
3 beds
2 baths
$1,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
2 beds
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1414 Marguerite Ave, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4003 Dix St, Anniston, AL 36201
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1525 E 9th St, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Anniston
1 bed
1 bath
$950
$899
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Frequently asked questions for Anniston, AL
Quick answers to common questions about the Anniston rental market.
How much is rent in Anniston?
The average rent in Anniston is $975 per month as of August 22, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Anniston?
Average rent prices in Anniston have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Anniston rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Anniston is 49% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $950 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Anniston?
To comfortably afford rent in Anniston, you'd need to earn approximately $39,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Anniston?
March offers the lowest rents in Anniston, running about 7% lower than September's peak prices, making it the ideal time for budget-conscious apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).