Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Huntsville, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Huntsville, AL rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,395/month. Month-to-month rent is also essentially unchanged, showing stability compared to last year.
Compared to national trends
Huntsville is 26.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a more accessible market for renters with 820 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios and 1-bedrooms in Huntsville rent for $995/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,100/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,566/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,975/month. These figures show the range of rents by bedroom size across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Rock Creek experienced a 58.2% decline in rent year over year, Griffis Glen fell 57.6%, and The Meadows At Hampton Cove dropped 50.0%. These steep declines contrast with the overall flat citywide rent trend in Huntsville, AL.
Median rent
Median rent in Huntsville
$1,395/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Huntsville is $1,395 per month as of October 2026. This is 27% below the national average rent, or $505 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Huntsville
820
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Huntsville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Huntsville, AL
Average rent prices in Huntsville have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same 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
Huntsville, AL
Rent prices in Huntsville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Huntsville is $1,075, whereas a house costs $1,602. 1-bedroom apartments in Huntsville run $1,042 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,035.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 |  3% |  11% | |
1 bedroom | $995 | 1% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | 3% | 11% | |
3 bedroom | $1,566 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $1,975 | 1% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Alderbrook | $1,500 | |
Anslee Farms | $1,800 | |
Anslee Springs | $1,848 | |
Carriage Station | $1,695 | |
Downtown Huntsville | $1,500 | |
Lake Forest | $2,300 | |
Providence Ridge Apartments | $1,552 | |
The Promenade At River Landing | $1,950 | |
The Reserve | $2,150 | |
Valleybrook | $1,361 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,075 | No Change | 10% | |
Condos | $1,100 | 8% | 2% | |
Houses | $1,602 | 3% | 3% | |
Rooms | $750 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
11%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,566
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,975
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Downtown Huntsville
Average rent
$1,500
Providence Ridge Apartments
Average rent
$1,552
Anslee Farms
Average rent
$1,800
Alderbrook
Average rent
$1,500
Lake Forest
Average rent
$2,300
Carriage Station
Average rent
$1,695
Anslee Springs
Average rent
$1,848
Valleybrook
Average rent
$1,361
The Reserve
Average rent
$2,150
The Promenade At River Landing
Average rent
$1,950
Apartments
Average rent
$1,075
Last year
10%
Condos
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,602
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$750
The table above reflects average rent prices in Huntsville, 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 Huntsville, AL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Huntsville and Ardmore by all bedroom counts and property types.
Huntsville
27%lower than the national median
20%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Huntsville, AL is 9% lower than the median rent in Ardmore, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,525
2%$1,725
8%$1,062
9%$975
9%$1,195
15%$1,765
2%$1,595
$1,750
7%$1,900
3%$1,701
7%$1,950
2%$1,625
1%Cost of living in Huntsville, 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 | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 5% lower |
| Housing | 27% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 9% lower |
Discover rentals in Huntsville, AL
1d ago
Verified
3801 Thomas Rd Sw, Huntsville, AL 35805
1–2 beds
1 bath
$675–$1,025
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
Condo for rent in Huntsville
2940 Hood Rd Sw #A, Huntsville, AL 35805
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.Condo for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Huntsville
3608 Penny St Sw #2A, Huntsville, AL 35805
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
2d ago
Condo for rent in Huntsville
2940 Hood Rd Sw #J, Huntsville, AL 35805
2 beds
1 bath
$725
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
2d ago
Mcmullen Cove house for rent in Huntsville
17 Belle River Way Se, Huntsville, AL 35748
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,200
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
Cobblestone Cove house for rent in Huntsville
3112 Sandstone St Se, Huntsville, AL 35763
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,200
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
20h ago
Verified
5810 Stax St Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$2,635
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.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Downtown Huntsville townhouse for rent in Huntsville
230 Washington St Ne, Huntsville, AL 35801
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,900
Price dropped $100Fees 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
1h ago
Verified
5801 Sanderson St Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,270–$2,286
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.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
401 Williams Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,037–$2,571
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
20h ago
Verified
805 Monroe St Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,209–$2,875
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.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
5810 Stax St Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$2,635
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
7500 Discovery Point Dr Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
3 beds
2 baths
$1,828–$2,408
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
3h ago
Verified
5736 Oakwood Rd Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,959
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.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
500 Providence Main St Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,056–$4,736
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.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
740 Constellation Place Dr Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,223–$3,870
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects an 18-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
5801 Sanderson St Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,270–$2,286
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.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
401 Williams Ave Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,037–$2,571
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
20h ago
Verified
805 Monroe St Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,209–$2,875
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.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
5810 Stax St Nw, Huntsville, AL 35806
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$2,635
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.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Huntsville, AL
Quick answers to common questions about the Huntsville rental market.
How much is rent in Huntsville?
The average rent in Huntsville is $1,395 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Huntsville?
Average rent prices in Huntsville have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Huntsville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Huntsville is 27% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $505 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Huntsville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Huntsville are Valleybrook ($1,361/mo), Alderbrook ($1,500/mo), and Downtown Huntsville ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Huntsville?
To comfortably afford rent in Huntsville, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Huntsville?
August and December offer the best rental deals in Huntsville, with August seeing the lowest rents of the year and December being the least competitive month with lower demand compared to spring.
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).