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Last updated on September 16, 2026
Average rent in
Mobile, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on September 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Mobile rent stands today
Mobile, AL rent rose 3.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month matching the city's peak. Renters are paying $44 less per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat as of September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Mobile sits 26.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a market with 283 total rentals that is accessible for renters seeking value in the Southeast.
Price ranges
Studios in Mobile rent for $925/month, 1-bedrooms for $975/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,175/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,550/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,200/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Mobile, the Usa neighborhood saw rents fall 73.1% year over year to $1,450/month, Texas Street dropped 65.2% to $1,200/month, and Overlook declined 65.1% to $1,600/month. These steep declines contrast with the citywide rent rise of 3.7%, showing localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Mobile
$1,400/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Mobile is $1,400 per month as of September 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
283
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 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 4% 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 $1,088, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Mobile run $975 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,082.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $925 | No Change |  23% | |
1 bedroom | $975 | 4% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,175 | 2% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,550 | 3% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | 4% | 26% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Berkleigh | $1,615 | |
Brookwood | $1,300 | |
Carlen | $1,220 | |
Central Business District | $1,180 | |
Parkhill | $1,800 | |
Richelieu | $1,200 | |
Rosedale | $825 | |
Thornhill | $1,300 | |
Westhill | $1,185 | |
Woodlawn | $1,105 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,088 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,185 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $1,600 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$925
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
23%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,175
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
26%
Rosedale
Average rent
$825
Woodlawn
Average rent
$1,105
Berkleigh
Average rent
$1,615
Westhill
Average rent
$1,185
Parkhill
Average rent
$1,800
Thornhill
Average rent
$1,300
Brookwood
Average rent
$1,300
Richelieu
Average rent
$1,200
Central Business District
Average rent
$1,180
Carlen
Average rent
$1,220
Apartments
Average rent
$1,088
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,185
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$1,600
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
24%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Mobile, AL is 3% lower than the median rent in Belle Fontaine, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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$1,175
127%$1,200
21%$2,047
11%$2,000
13%$1,299
78%$1,378
79%$1,389
14%$1,897
5%$1,995
11%$1,600
26%$1,597
1%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 | 7% higher |
| Housing | 32% lower |
| Transportation | 10% lower |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Mobile, AL
5d+ ago
Rickarby apartment for rent in Mobile
450 Williams St #B, Mobile, AL 36606
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Pleasant Valley apartment for rent in Mobile
3171 Pleasant Valley Rd, Mobile, AL 36606
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1601 Neshota Dr, Mobile, AL 36605
2–3 beds
1 bath
$735–$900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Rosedale apartment for rent in Mobile
1601 Neshota DrUnit 13 #13, Mobile, AL 36605
2 beds
1 bath
$735
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 15
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,917
$4,671
Price drop
Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,548
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$5,188
$4,358
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,486
$4,242
Price drop
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
6151 Marina Dr S, Mobile, AL 36605
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,179–$1,889
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 17
16h ago
Verified
6700 Wall St, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,241–$1,591
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 16
17h ago
Verified
7070 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,815
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
1500 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,125–$1,720
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
1500 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,125–$1,720
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
1663 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$933–$1,230
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
2d ago
Verified
6501 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$789–$863
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$3,798
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
6151 Marina Dr S, Mobile, AL 36605
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,179–$1,889
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 17
17h ago
Verified
7070 Grelot Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,815
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
1663 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
1–2 beds
1 bath
$933–$1,230
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
1d ago
Verified
320 Stanton Rd, Mobile, AL 36617
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,470
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 September 12, 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 4% 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 ($825/mo), Woodlawn ($1,105/mo), and Central Business District ($1,180/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).