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 Jun / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Huntsville is $1,250 per month, a 2.65% 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 $913 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,099 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,355 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,558 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 1,048 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,338 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville include Russell Hill Estates ($788/month), Bailey Estates ($880/month), and West Jordan Industrial Park ($897/month), all below the citywide average of $1,278.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville are Cummings Research Park ($1,550/month), Autumn Ridge ($1,597/month), and Old Town Huntsville ($1,600/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.

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

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Huntsville is $1,250, a 2.65% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,217.

Studio Apartments at $913 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 $1,099, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,355 offer 1,048 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,338 sq ft) for $1,558, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,250	911 sq. ft.
Studio	$913	483 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,099	724 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,355	1,048 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,558	1,338 sq. ft.

Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL have increased by 2.65% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,217 to $1,250.

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 $788/month

Bailey Estates $880/month

West Jordan Industrial Park $897/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,278/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

Cummings Research Park $1,550/month

Autumn Ridge $1,597/month

Old Town Huntsville $1,600/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	$1,600
Autumn Ridge	$1,597
Cummings Research Park	$1,550
Lake Forest	$1,509
Village Of Providence	$1,503
Brockway Place	$1,473
Whitesburg Estates	$1,417
Providence Ridge Apartments	$1,392
Cove Creek	$1,362
Cambridge - Shadow Creek	$1,356
Cummings Research Park West	$1,347
Richland Park - Potters Mill	$1,295
Midtowne On The Park	$1,291
Overland Cove - Emerald Ridge	$1,260
Chase Creek Park	$1,246
Alderbrook	$1,152
Cobblestone - Rutledge Heights	$1,044
Sherwood Park	$1,035
Crestwood - Woodall Longview	$1,023
Piedmont	$1,021
University Park Estates	$992
Huntsville Golf Course	$978
Parkway Estates	$969
Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates	$952
West Jordan Industrial Park	$897
Bailey Estates	$880
Russell Hill Estates	$788

Huntsville | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alderbrook is 28% lower than in Autumn Ridge

$1,152

Alderbrook rent is 8% lower than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,152

$1,597

Autumn Ridge rent is 28% higher than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,597

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.