Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Tuscaloosa, AL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Tuscaloosa rent stands today
Tuscaloosa, AL rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,512/month. Renters are paying $12 more per month on average than last year, a negligible change compared to the previous peak of $1,492/month in September 2025.
Compared to national trends
Tuscaloosa is 20.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 282 total rentals available. This positions Tuscaloosa as an accessible market for renters seeking value in Alabama.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Tuscaloosa rent for $550/month, 1-bedrooms for $995/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,150/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,722/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,500/month. This range reflects the variety of options available across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Tuscaloosa have declined by 51.7% year over year, a steep drop compared to the broadly flat citywide trend. This segment's change marks a distinct shift in the smallest unit market.
Median rent
Median rent in Tuscaloosa
$1,512/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Tuscaloosa is $1,512 per month as of October 2026. This is 20% below the national average rent, or $387 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tuscaloosa
282
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tuscaloosa rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tuscaloosa, AL
Average rent prices in Tuscaloosa have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% 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
Tuscaloosa, AL
Rent prices in Tuscaloosa vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tuscaloosa is $1,300, whereas a house costs $1,747. 1-bedroom apartments in Tuscaloosa run $970 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,185.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $550 | No Change |  52% | |
1 bedroom | $995 | 6% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | 7% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $1,722 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | No Change | 16% |
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 Tuscaloosa, AL.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,300 | 5% | 1% | |
Condos | $1,850 | 10% | 10% | |
Houses | $1,747 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $894 | 10% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$550
Last year
52%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,722
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
16%
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 Tuscaloosa, AL.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$1,747
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$894
Last 30 days
10%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Tuscaloosa, 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 Tuscaloosa, AL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tuscaloosa and Adamsville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tuscaloosa
20%lower than the national median
37%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tuscaloosa, AL is 26% higher than the median rent in Adamsville, AL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,200
$1,225
1%$1,195
1%$1,285
24%$1,200
4%$1,350
11%$1,431
$1,749
17%$1,700
10%$1,600
7%$2,037
31%$1,900
15%Cost of living in Tuscaloosa, 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 | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 21% lower |
| Housing | 26% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 10% higher |
Discover rentals in Tuscaloosa, AL
4d ago
8 Brookhaven Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
4 beds
2 baths
$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
1d ago
2231 Forest Lake Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$525–$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
2d ago
3819 21st St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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
3d ago
3621 33rd Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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
2d ago
975 15th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
5 beds
5 baths
$8,500
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
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Tuscaloosa
1460R 15th Ave #102, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
5 beds
5.5 baths
$8,500
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Tuscaloosa
4 beds
4.5 baths
$7,000
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
443 Meador Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
4 beds
4 baths
$6,200
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.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
5100 5100 36th East Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$849–$1,049
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
1105 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
1 bed
1 bath
$919
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
Verified
5140 36th Ave E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
2 beds
2 baths
$1,139
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
715 Dogwood Ln, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
2 beds
1 bath
$1,049
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
12h ago
Verified
5100 5100 36th East Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$849–$1,049
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
3 beds
2 baths
$1,526
Price dropped $175Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 30
2d ago
Verified
1105 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
1 bed
1 bath
$919
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
Verified
5140 36th Ave E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
2 beds
2 baths
$1,139
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
12h ago
Verified
5100 5100 36th East Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$849–$1,049
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
1105 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
1 bed
1 bath
$919
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
Verified
5140 36th Ave E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
2 beds
2 baths
$1,139
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
715 Dogwood Ln, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
2 beds
1 bath
$1,049
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 Tuscaloosa, AL
Quick answers to common questions about the Tuscaloosa rental market.
How much is rent in Tuscaloosa?
The average rent in Tuscaloosa is $1,512 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tuscaloosa?
Average rent prices in Tuscaloosa have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Tuscaloosa rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tuscaloosa is 20% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $387 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tuscaloosa?
To comfortably afford rent in Tuscaloosa, you'd need to earn approximately $61,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tuscaloosa?
March offers the lowest rental prices in Tuscaloosa, running about 12% lower than September when rents peak. The city follows clear seasonal pricing patterns throughout the year.
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).