Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Mobile, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Mobile rent stands today
Mobile, AL rent rose 12.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month matching the city's peak rent. Renters today are paying $150 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Mobile sits 26.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters compared to many other metros. The market includes 281 total rentals, with a majority in houses.
Price ranges
Studios in Mobile rent for $894/month, 1-bedrooms for $944/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,162/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $1,495/month and 4+ bedrooms $2,200/month. Houses command a median of $1,528/month compared to $1,050/month for apartments, reflecting the city's inventory split.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Mobile, AL, Georgia Avenue rents fell 66.8% year over year to $1,198/month, Second Creek dropped 65.9% to $1,364/month, and Baltimore declined 64.6% to $1,195/month. This contrasts with the citywide 12.0% rise and shows significant local variation.
Median rent
Median rent in Mobile
$1,400/mo
12%vs previous year
The average rent in Mobile is $1,400 per month as of October 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $500 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Mobile
281
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Mobile rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Mobile, AL
Average rent prices in Mobile have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 12% 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
Mobile, AL
Rent prices in Mobile vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Mobile is $1,049, whereas a house costs $1,527. 1-bedroom apartments in Mobile run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $894 | No Change | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $944 |  1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,162 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,495 | 3% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | 6% | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Berkleigh | $1,645 | |
Carlen | $1,100 | |
College Park | $1,600 | |
Lyons Park | $1,400 | |
Parkhill | $1,600 | |
Richelieu | $1,100 | |
Rosedale | $849 | |
Thornhill | $1,450 | |
Westhill | $1,378 | |
Woodlawn | $1,325 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,049 | No Change | 1% | |
Condos | $1,195 | No Change | 6% | |
Houses | $1,527 | 3% | 2% | |
Rooms | $964 | 2% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$894
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$944
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,162
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
6%
Woodlawn
Average rent
$1,325
Thornhill
Average rent
$1,450
Westhill
Average rent
$1,378
Berkleigh
Average rent
$1,645
Carlen
Average rent
$1,100
Richelieu
Average rent
$1,100
Parkhill
Average rent
$1,600
Rosedale
Average rent
$849
College Park
Average rent
$1,600
Lyons Park
Average rent
$1,400
Apartments
Average rent
$1,049
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$1,527
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$964
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Mobile, 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 Mobile, AL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Mobile and Belle Fontaine by all bedroom counts and property types.
Mobile
26%lower than the national median
26%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Mobile, AL is equal to the median rent in Belle Fontaine, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,400
$1,175
24%$1,267
$2,000
8%$2,150
16%$1,450
71%$1,378
$1,265
10%$1,625
86%$1,850
6%$1,350
5%$1,400
7%Cost of living in Mobile, 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 | 7% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 33% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 2% higher |
Discover rentals in Mobile, AL
5d+ ago
Pleasant Valley apartment for rent in Mobile
3171 Pleasant Valley Rd, Mobile, AL 36606
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
20h ago
1601 Neshota Dr, Mobile, AL 36605
2–3 beds
1 bath
$735–$849
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
Rosedale apartment for rent in Mobile
1601 Neshota DrUnit 41 #41, Mobile, AL 36605
2 beds
1 bath
$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
Available Jan 15
2d ago
Rosedale apartment for rent in Mobile
1601 Neshota DrUnit 92 #92, Mobile, AL 36605
2 beds
1 bath
$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
Available Jan 15
3d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,881
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
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,724
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
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,021
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
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$3,999
Price dropped $756Fees 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
5h ago
Verified
7070 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,230–$1,855
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
5700 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36609
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,160–$2,200
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
1500 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,090–$1,860
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
14h ago
Verified
6151 Marina Dr S, Mobile, AL 36605
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,379–$1,920
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
Available Dec 17
7h ago
Verified
1500 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,090–$1,860
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
1d ago
Verified
1663 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$928–$1,215
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
Available Oct 15
2d ago
Verified
6501 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$789–$863
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
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,947
Price dropped $179Fees 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
5h ago
Verified
7070 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,230–$1,855
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
5700 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36609
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,160–$2,200
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
Verified
320 Stanton Rd, Mobile, AL 36617
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,159–$2,019
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
1d ago
Verified
6427 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,693–$3,112
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
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Frequently asked questions for Mobile, AL
Quick answers to common questions about the Mobile rental market.
How much is rent in Mobile?
The average rent in Mobile is $1,400 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Mobile?
Average rent prices in Mobile have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 12% since last year.
How does Mobile rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Mobile is 26% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $500 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Mobile?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Mobile are Rosedale ($849/mo), Carlen ($1,100/mo), and Richelieu ($1,100/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Mobile?
To comfortably afford rent in Mobile, 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 Mobile?
October offers the best rental deals in Mobile, with rents running about 6% lower than April, which sees the highest prices and most competition from other renters.
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).