What is the average apartment size in Huntsville?

The average size for a Huntsville, AL apartment is 947 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Huntsville?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Huntsville is $1,251 per month, a 0.14% increase from last years average of $1,249.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Huntsville?

In Huntsville, studios rent for $901 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,096 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,333 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,569 per month

What is the average apartment size in Huntsville?

The typical apartment in Huntsville offers about 947 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Huntsville?

Studio apartments in Huntsville average 493 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 736 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,073 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,373 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Huntsville?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Huntsville include Woodway Pines ($822/month), Bailey Estates ($903/month), and Huntsville Golf Course ($914/month), all below the citywide average of $1,251.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville are Cambridge - Shadow Creek ($1,508/month), Village Of Providence ($1,544/month), and Autumn Ridge ($1,572/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Huntsville, AL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Huntsville?

The typical rent budget in Huntsville ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 53% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Huntsville?

In Huntsville, 42% of households rent while 58% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 23, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Huntsville is $1,251, a 0.14% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,249.

Studio Apartments at $901 offer the most budget-friendly option with 493 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 736 square feet for $1,096, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,333 offer 1,073 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,373 sq ft) for $1,569, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Huntsville, AL

Last updated: February 23, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,251	947 sq. ft.
Studio	$901	493 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,096	736 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,333	1,073 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,569	1,373 sq. ft.

Huntsville, AL rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Huntsville, AL?

The largest share of rentals in Huntsville, AL (53%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Huntsville, AL?

39,442 or 42% of the households in Huntsville, AL are renter-occupied while 54,616 or 58% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Huntsville?

Woodway Pines $822/month

Bailey Estates $903/month

Huntsville Golf Course $914/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,251/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville?

Cambridge - Shadow Creek $1,508/month

Village Of Providence $1,544/month

Autumn Ridge $1,572/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Huntsville, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Autumn Ridge	$1,572
Village Of Providence	$1,544
Cambridge - Shadow Creek	$1,508
Brockway Place	$1,489
Old Town Huntsville	$1,455
Lake Forest	$1,442
Whitesburg Estates	$1,428
Cummings Research Park West	$1,398
Providence Ridge Apartments	$1,375
Cove Creek	$1,324
West Ridge	$1,297
Richland Park - Potters Mill	$1,277
Overland Cove - Emerald Ridge	$1,250
Midtowne On The Park	$1,248
Chase Creek Park	$1,242
Oakhurst	$1,182
Alderbrook	$1,094
Piedmont	$1,044
Cobblestone - Rutledge Heights	$1,044
University Park Estates	$1,038
Crestwood - Woodall Longview	$1,025
Sherwood Park	$1,024
Glen'll Farms	$977
Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates	$970
West Jordan Industrial Park	$953
Parkway Estates	$944
Huntsville Golf Course	$914
Bailey Estates	$903
Woodway Pines	$822

Huntsville | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alderbrook is 30% lower than in Autumn Ridge

$1,094

Alderbrook rent is 13% lower than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,094

$1,572

Autumn Ridge rent is 26% higher than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,572

How Huntsville Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Huntsville	$1,251
Birmingham	$1,362
Madison	$1,347
Mobile	$1,167
Bessemer	$1,004
Montgomery	$1,094
Tuscaloosa	$1,485
Hoover	$1,287
Vestavia Hills	$1,538
Auburn	$1,874
Homewood	$1,380
Arab, AL	$754
Decatur	$951
Athens	$1,241
Albertville, AL	$721
Scottsboro, AL	$953
Hartselle, AL	$653

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Huntsville apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.