What is the average apartment size in Montgomery?

The average size for a Montgomery, AL apartment is 988 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 Montgomery?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Montgomery is $1,103 per month, a 3.4% increase from last year’s average of $1,067.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, studios rent for $753 per month, one-bedroom units average $989 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,133 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,351 per month

What is the average apartment size in Montgomery?

The typical apartment in Montgomery offers about 988 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Montgomery?

Studio apartments in Montgomery average 413 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 778 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,061 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,342 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Montgomery?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Montgomery include Rosemary ($890/month), Eastdale ($942/month), and Woodmere Lakes ($1,055/month), all below the citywide average of $1,103.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Montgomery?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Montgomery are Downtown Montgomery ($1,194/month), Hampstead ($1,558/month), and Eastchase ($1,595/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Montgomery, AL Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Montgomery ranges from to per month, with 46% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, 46% of households rent while 54% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Montgomery is $1,103, a 3.4% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,067.

Studio Apartments at $753 offer the most budget-friendly option with 413 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 778 square feet for $989, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,133 offer 1,061 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,342 sq ft) for $1,351, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Montgomery, AL

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,103	988 sq. ft.
Studio	$753	413 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$989	778 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,133	1,061 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,351	1,342 sq. ft.

Montgomery, AL rent trends

Rental prices in Montgomery, AL have increased by 3.4% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,067 to $1,103.

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

The largest share of rentals in Montgomery, AL (46%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Montgomery, AL?

36,835 or 46% of the households in Montgomery, AL are renter-occupied while 43,705 or 54% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Montgomery?

Rosemary $890/month

Eastdale $942/month

Woodmere Lakes $1,055/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,103/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Montgomery?

Downtown Montgomery $1,194/month

Hampstead $1,558/month

Eastchase $1,595/month

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

Average Rent in Montgomery, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Eastchase	$1,595
Hampstead	$1,558
Downtown Montgomery	$1,194
Bolyston	$1,068
Woodmere Lakes	$1,055
Eastdale	$942
Rosemary	$890

Montgomery | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bolyston is 11% lower than in Downtown Montgomery

$1,068

Bolyston rent is 3% lower than Montgomery average

Average Rent $1,068

$1,194

Downtown Montgomery rent is 8% higher than Montgomery average

Average Rent $1,194

How Montgomery Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Montgomery	$1,103
Birmingham	$1,353
Huntsville	$1,235
Mobile	$1,152
Hoover	$1,260
Tuscaloosa	$1,530
Madison	$1,360
Vestavia Hills	$1,541
Auburn	$1,942
Bessemer	$1,014
Decatur	$950
Prattville	$1,520
Opelika, AL	$1,395
Wetumpka, AL	$1,320
Millbrook, AL	$1,125

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 Montgomery 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.