What is the average apartment size in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL?

The average size for a Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL apartment is 911 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 Downtown Huntsville?

As of Jul / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Huntsville is $1,259 per month, a 3.4% increase from last years average of $1,217.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Huntsville?

In Downtown Huntsville, studios rent for $917 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,108 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,368 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,564 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Huntsville?

The typical apartment in Downtown Huntsville offers about 911 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Huntsville?

Studio apartments in Downtown Huntsville average 483 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 724 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,051 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,339 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville are Lake Forest ($1,574/month), Autumn Ridge ($1,615/month), and Old Town Huntsville ($1,649/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Downtown Huntsville ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 46% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Huntsville?

In Downtown Huntsville, 55% of households rent while 45% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville include Russell Hill Estates ($786/month), West Jordan Industrial Park ($890/month), and Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates ($968/month), all below the citywide average of $1,285.

Last updated: September 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Huntsville is $1,259, a 3.4% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,217.

Studio Apartments at $917 offer the most budget-friendly option with 483 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 724 square feet for $1,108, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,368 offer 1,051 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,339 sq ft) for $1,564, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

Last updated: September 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,259	911 sq. ft.
Studio	$917	483 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,108	724 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,368	1,051 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,564	1,339 sq. ft.

Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL have increased by 3.4% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,217 to $1,259.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL (46%) 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 Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL?

17,060 or 55% of the households in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL are renter-occupied while 13,762 or 45% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

Russell Hill Estates $786/month

West Jordan Industrial Park $890/month

Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates $968/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,285/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

Lake Forest $1,574/month

Autumn Ridge $1,615/month

Old Town Huntsville $1,649/month

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

Average Rent in Huntsville, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Old Town Huntsville	$1,649
Autumn Ridge	$1,615
Lake Forest	$1,574
Cummings Research Park	$1,562
Village Of Providence	$1,508
Brockway Place	$1,482
Whitesburg Estates	$1,409
Providence Ridge Apartments	$1,408
Cummings Research Park West	$1,373
Cambridge - Shadow Creek	$1,359
Cove Creek	$1,354
Richland Park - Potters Mill	$1,316
Overland Cove - Emerald Ridge	$1,289
Midtowne On The Park	$1,274
Chase Creek Park	$1,246
Alderbrook	$1,131
Cobblestone - Rutledge Heights	$1,040
Piedmont	$1,028
Crestwood - Woodall Longview	$1,023
University Park Estates	$1,018
Sherwood Park	$1,006
Huntsville Golf Course	$969
Parkway Estates	$968
Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates	$968
West Jordan Industrial Park	$890
Russell Hill Estates	$786

Huntsville | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alderbrook is 30% lower than in Autumn Ridge

$1,131

Alderbrook rent is 10% lower than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,131

$1,615

Autumn Ridge rent is 28% higher than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,615

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 Downtown 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.