Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Dothan, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Dothan, AL rent rose 15.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,500/month. Renters today are paying $200 more per month on average than last year, reflecting a continued upward trend in rents.
Compared to national trends
Dothan sits 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Southeast region.
Price ranges
Studios in Dothan rent for $3,790/month, 1-bedrooms for $890/month, 2-bedrooms for $985/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,450/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,200/month. This range shows the variation renters can expect across different bedroom sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in Dothan
$1,500/mo
15%vs previous year
The average rent in Dothan is $1,500 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Dothan
137
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Dothan rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Dothan, AL
Average rent prices in Dothan have increased by 13% over the last month and have increased by 15% 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
Dothan, AL
Rent prices in Dothan vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Dothan is $950, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Dothan run $890 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $3,790 | 72% | 82% | |
1 bedroom | $890 | 3% | 18% | |
2 bedroom | $985 | 3% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,450 | 9% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | 28% | 22% |
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 Dothan, AL.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $950 | No Change | 12% | |
Condos | $1,345 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,600 | 13% | 5% | |
Rooms | $1,135 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$3,790
Last 30 days
72%
Last year
82%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$890
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
18%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$985
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
28%
Last year
22%
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 Dothan, AL.
Apartments
Average rent
$950
Last year
12%
Condos
Average rent
$1,345
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,135
The table above reflects average rent prices in Dothan, 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 Dothan, AL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Dothan and Ashford by all bedroom counts and property types.
Dothan
21%lower than the national median
47%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Dothan, AL is 50% higher than the median rent in Ashford, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
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9%$1,825
22%Cost of living in Dothan, 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 | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 17% lower |
| Housing | 34% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 24% lower |
Discover rentals in Dothan, AL
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dothan
806 Mobile St ## 2, Dothan, AL 36301
2 beds
1 bath
$625
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
4d ago
House for rent in Dothan
1004 Duke St #1, Dothan, AL 36301
2 beds
1 bath
$650
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
Available Jul 15
2d ago
Pickett Apartments, Dothan, AL 36303
2 beds
1 bath
$675–$720
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 Dothan
Pickett ApartmentsNumber 7247 State Street #7, Dothan, AL 36303
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
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dothan
2826 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL 36301
Studio
0 baths
$24,900
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 Dothan
795 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL 36303
Studio
3 baths
$19,000
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 Dothan
204 Luds Way, Dothan, AL 36303
Studio
0 baths
$12,500
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Dothan
3476 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL 36303
Studio
0 baths
$12,500
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.House for rent
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Dothan
501 E Spring St #2, Dothan, AL 36303
3 beds
2 baths
$1,100
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
Available Oct 26
1d ago
House for rent in Dothan
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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
Available Nov 1
4d ago
House for rent in Dothan
408 Sprucepine Rd, Dothan, AL 36301
3 beds
2 baths
$1,750
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
Available Oct 1
4d ago
House for rent in Dothan
1616 Randall Rd, Dothan, AL 36303
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
Price dropped $150Fees 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
Available Nov 15
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
4d ago
House for rent in Dothan
1616 Randall Rd, Dothan, AL 36303
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
Price dropped $150Fees 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
Available Nov 15
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Dothan
104 Vermont Ct #1, Dothan, AL 36305
3 beds
2 baths
$1,240
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.Condo for rent
Available Oct 31
4d ago
House for rent in Dothan
506 S Woodburn Dr, Dothan, AL 36305
2 beds
2 baths
$1,050
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
291 Alabaster Dr, Dothan, AL 36301
2 beds
2 baths
$900
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
Townhouse for rent in Dothan
501 E Spring St #2, Dothan, AL 36303
3 beds
2 baths
$1,100
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
Available Oct 26
2d ago
106 Castle Dr, Dothan, AL 36303
2 beds
1 bath
$965
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
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Dothan
1441 Hartford Hwy #17, Dothan, AL 36301
2 beds
1.5 baths
$950
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 Nov 20
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Frequently asked questions for Dothan, AL
Quick answers to common questions about the Dothan rental market.
How much is rent in Dothan?
The average rent in Dothan is $1,500 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Dothan?
Average rent prices in Dothan have increased by 13% over the last month and have increased by 15% since last year.
How does Dothan rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Dothan is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Dothan?
To comfortably afford rent in Dothan, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Dothan?
March offers the lowest rents in Dothan, with prices running approximately 22% lower than the peak month of August.
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).