6,700 Apartments, Houses, & Townhomes for Rent in Alabama

Homes for rent in Alabama typically hover around $1,368/mo, but rates vary depending on the city. Prices in Huntsville tend to be the highest in the state, with 1-bedroom listings going for $758/mo and 2-bedroom properties going for $1,013/mo. Selma is generally where you can find the most affordable apartments and houses for rent in Alabama. The average price for 1-bedroom units is as low as $705/mo, while 2-bedroom units range from $839/mo.

Many landlords and property managers allow pets because the majority of the state’s housing inventory consists of suburban apartments, single-family homes, and Alabama townhouses rather than city high-rises. While pet acceptance rates tend to be lower in densely populated urban buildings, homes with yards are usually dog- and cat-friendly. Remember, even for pet-friendly apartments and houses, there may be breed and weight restrictions depending on whether you have a service or emotional support animal. Confirm the landlord’s specific policy before applying.

While low-cost metros and retirement communities tend to have the largest supply of senior housing, Alabama’s major cities (Huntsville and Mobile) have the strongest supply. Because most income-restricted senior housing has waitlists, apply early. As a best practice, consider signing up for multiple options at the same time to boost your acceptance rates. Be sure to check on the property’s accessibility features, especially in older units that may not be ADA-compliant.

The Yellowhammer State has a strong inventory of short-term and furnished rentals. Alabama’s coastal markets, such as Orange Beach, often have furnished condos and shorter timelines for flexible leasing. College markets like Troy and Jacksonville also offer fully furnished and short-term units to attract student renters. Use Rentler’s ‘furnished amenities’ and ‘lease length’ filters to narrow down the search and save time.

Most of the luxury inventory exists in higher-income suburban areas, urban hubs, and waterfront communities. Specifically, Mountain Brook, Homewood, and the Eastern Shore tend to have many new, upscale listings. To find luxury Alabama rentals, use Rentler’s ‘year built’ filter and sort the results by ‘highest price.’ New construction is generally the best way to identify luxury inventory on Rentler.