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Last updated on October 10, 2026
Average rent in
Anniston, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 10, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Anniston rent stands today
Anniston, AL rent rose 8.3% year over year, with a current median of $975/month. Renters are paying $81 more per month on average than last year, and rents have returned to their peak level this October after a trough in May 2025.
Compared to national trends
Anniston rents sit 48.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers a total of 57 rentals, which is a relatively small inventory.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Anniston are $450/month, 1-bedrooms are $675/month, and 2-bedrooms are $848/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,695/month. These figures reflect the range of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
The Studio bedroom segment in Anniston saw a YoY decline of 47.1%, contrasting with the overall citywide rent increase. This drop shows a distinct trend within this bedroom category compared to the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in Anniston
$975/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Anniston is $975 per month as of October 2026. This is 49% below the national average rent, or $925 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Anniston
57
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Anniston rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Anniston, AL
Average rent prices in Anniston have remained the same 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 $975. 1-bedroom apartments in Anniston run $699 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $750.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $450 |  1% | 28% | |
1 bedroom | $675 | No Change | 20% | |
2 bedroom | $847 | 1% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,000 | No Change | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $1,695 | 8% | 39% |
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 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $650 | 11% | - | |
Houses | $975 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$450
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
28%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$675
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
20%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$847
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
39%
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
1%
Condos
Average rent
$650
Last 30 days
11%
Houses
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
1%
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
58%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Anniston, AL is 23% higher than the median rent in Alexandria, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$795
36%$1,195
1%$1,200
3%$2,000
6%$975
30%$925
12%$1,167
$1,595
3%$1,200
25%$1,337
37%$825
79%$1,590
15%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 | 43% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 5% higher |
Discover rentals in Anniston, AL
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
2 beds
1 bath
$675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
1525 E 9th St, Anniston, AL 36207
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Willow Aly, Anniston, AL 36206
2 beds
2 baths
$735
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
308 Noble St #1, Anniston, AL 36201
Studio
0 baths
$5,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 1
3d ago
House for rent in Anniston
3 beds
2 baths
$1,875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
2 beds
2 baths
$1,525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Anniston
6305 Winwood Dr, Anniston, AL 36206
3 beds
2 baths
$1,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
11h ago
2320 Coleman Rd, Anniston, AL 36207
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050–$1,070
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Anniston
2 beds
1 bath
$962
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Anniston
15 Mont Camille, Anniston, AL 36207
4 beds
2 baths
$1,523
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Anniston
821 Willow Pointe, Anniston, AL 36206
2 beds
2 baths
$755
Price dropped $100Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Condo for rent
Available Oct 6
1d ago
Condo for rent in Anniston
821 Willow Pointe, Anniston, AL 36206
2 beds
2 baths
$755
Price dropped $100Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Condo for rent
Available Oct 6
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
3 beds
2 baths
$1,075
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Anniston
3 beds
1 bath
$975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Anniston
1700 Greenbrier Dear Rd, Anniston, AL 36207
Studio
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
1525 E 9th St, Anniston, AL 36207
2–3 beds
1 bath
$700–$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
House for rent in Anniston
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Anniston
821 Willow Pointe, Anniston, AL 36206
2 beds
2 baths
$755
Price dropped $100Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Condo for rent
Available Oct 6
4d ago
Willow Aly, Anniston, AL 36206
2 beds
2 baths
$735
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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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 October 3, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Anniston?
Average rent prices in Anniston have remained the same 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 $925 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).