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

The average size for a Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL apartment is 900 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 May / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Huntsville is $1,206 per month, a 0% increase from last years average of $1,206.

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

In Downtown Huntsville, studios rent for $950 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,072 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,292 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,482 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Huntsville?

The typical apartment in Downtown Huntsville offers about 900 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 480 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 714 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,035 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,333 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville include Russell Hill Estates ($768/month), Bailey Estates ($870/month), and West Jordan Industrial Park ($904/month), all below the citywide average of $1,250.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville are Cambridge - Shadow Creek ($1,526/month), Autumn Ridge ($1,586/month), and Cummings Research Park ($1,607/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: July 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Huntsville is $1,206, a 0% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,206.

Studio Apartments at $950 offer the most budget-friendly option with 480 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 714 square feet for $1,072, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,292 offer 1,035 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,333 sq ft) for $1,482, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL

Last updated: July 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,206	900 sq. ft.
Studio	$950	480 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,072	714 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,292	1,035 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,482	1,333 sq. ft.

Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL have increased by 0% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,206 to $1,206.

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 $768/month

Bailey Estates $870/month

West Jordan Industrial Park $904/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,250/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Huntsville?

Cambridge - Shadow Creek $1,526/month

Autumn Ridge $1,586/month

Cummings Research Park $1,607/month

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

Average Rent in Huntsville, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Cummings Research Park	$1,607
Autumn Ridge	$1,586
Cambridge - Shadow Creek	$1,526
Lake Forest	$1,499
Village Of Providence	$1,490
Brockway Place	$1,478
Old Town Huntsville	$1,460
Whitesburg Estates	$1,398
Providence Ridge Apartments	$1,374
Cove Creek	$1,371
Cummings Research Park West	$1,336
Richland Park - Potters Mill	$1,292
Midtowne On The Park	$1,290
Overland Cove - Emerald Ridge	$1,265
Chase Creek Park	$1,251
Alderbrook	$1,111
Crestwood - Woodall Longview	$1,061
Sherwood Park	$1,049
University Park Estates	$1,026
Cobblestone - Rutledge Heights	$1,006
Piedmont	$1,002
Eastbrook Meadows - Kildare Estates	$946
Parkway Estates	$937
Huntsville Golf Course	$919
West Jordan Industrial Park	$904
Bailey Estates	$870
Russell Hill Estates	$768

Huntsville | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Alderbrook is 30% lower than in Autumn Ridge

$1,111

Alderbrook rent is 8% lower than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,111

$1,586

Autumn Ridge rent is 32% higher than Huntsville average

Average Rent $1,586

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.