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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Huntsville is $1,248 per month, a 0.15% decrease from last years average of $1,250.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Huntsville?

In Huntsville, studios rent for $933 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,091 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,332 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,565 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 494 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 ($826/month), Bailey Estates ($863/month), and Glen'll Farms ($896/month), all below the citywide average of $1,248.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville are Cambridge - Shadow Creek ($1,525/month), Village Of Providence ($1,537/month), and Autumn Ridge ($1,579/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 52% 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: April 15, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Huntsville is $1,248, a 0.15% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,250.

Studio Apartments at $933 offer the most budget-friendly option with 494 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 736 square feet for $1,091, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,332 offer 1,073 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,373 sq ft) for $1,565, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Huntsville, AL

Last updated: April 15, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,248	947 sq. ft.
Studio	$933	494 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,091	736 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,332	1,073 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,565	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 (52%) 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 $826/month

Bailey Estates $863/month

Glen'll Farms $896/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,248/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Huntsville?

Cambridge - Shadow Creek $1,525/month

Village Of Providence $1,537/month

Autumn Ridge $1,579/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	$1,579
Village Of Providence	$1,537
Cambridge - Shadow Creek	$1,525
Brockway Place	$1,481
Old Town Huntsville	$1,445
Whitesburg Estates	$1,442
Lake Forest	$1,413
Providence Ridge Apartments	$1,353
Cummings Research Park West	$1,325
Cove Creek	$1,318
Richland Park - Potters Mill	$1,301
Midtowne On The Park	$1,289
West Ridge	$1,277
Overland Cove - Emerald Ridge	$1,253
Chase Creek Park	$1,244
Oakhurst	$1,212
Alderbrook	$1,121
Crestwood - Woodall Longview	$1,069
Piedmont	$1,054
University Park Estates	$1,028
Cobblestone - Rutledge Heights	$1,026
Sherwood Park	$998
Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates	$975
West Jordan Industrial Park	$947
Huntsville Golf Course	$914
Parkway Estates	$912
Glen'll Farms	$896
Bailey Estates	$863
Woodway Pines	$826

Huntsville | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alderbrook is 29% lower than in Autumn Ridge

$1,121

Alderbrook rent is 10% lower than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,121

$1,579

Autumn Ridge rent is 27% higher than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,579

How Huntsville Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Huntsville	$1,248
Birmingham	$1,363
Madison	$1,340
Mobile	$1,174
Bessemer	$974
Montgomery	$1,093
Tuscaloosa	$1,487
Hoover	$1,302
Vestavia Hills	$1,554
Auburn	$2,005
Homewood	$1,378
Arab, AL	$780
Decatur	$955
Athens	$1,222
Albertville, AL	$729
Scottsboro, AL	$958
Hartselle, AL	$626

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.