# Average Rent in Carlen & Rent Trends > Average rent in Carlen is $1,495/mo as of November 2026. 1BR $1,000, 2BR $1,348. Daily price history for 42 units in 5 buildings. Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/ Latest included observation: November 8, 2026 ## What is the average rent in Carlen? The average listed apartment rent in Carlen is $1,495 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 42 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 5, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings. Rent prices and market trends across 5 apartment communities in Carlen, Mobile, AL. Prices update after successful source checks. Area [All Areas](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/?bedrooms=all) [Carlen](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=all)[Central Business District](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36602/?bedrooms=all)[Crestview](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36693/?bedrooms=all)[Jackson Heights](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36609/?bedrooms=all)[Melrose](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36608/?bedrooms=all)[Oakleigh](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36617/?bedrooms=all)[Old Dauphin Way Historic District](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36604/?bedrooms=all)[Park Place](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36607/?bedrooms=all)[Riverfront Industrial Area](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36603/?bedrooms=all) Beds [All Bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=all) [Studio](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=0)[1 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=1)[2 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=2)[3 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=3)[4 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/trends/36606/?bedrooms=4) Showing any bedrooms in Carlen. Market Average $1,495/mo Lowest Available $855/mo cheapest unit on market Communities 5 tracked daily Units Listed 42 available now ## Rent Watch: cuts and increases [Open Rent Watch →](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/rent-watch/) See current options while we confirm new price comparisons. Filter by bedrooms and budget, then inspect each building’s history. ## Carlen vs Mobile, AL Average Carlen is **more expensive than** the Mobile, AL average by $214/mo (17%). The citywide average is $1,281/mo across all neighborhoods. ## Is Rent Going Up or Down in Carlen? As of November 2026, the average rent in Carlen is $1,495 per month across 5 apartment communities and 42 available units. The most affordable option is [The Flats at Midtown](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/the-flats-at-midtown-mobile-al/) starting at $855/mo. By unit type, a 1-bedroom averages $1,000/mo, a 2-bedroom averages $1,348/mo, a 3-bedroom averages $1,534/mo, a 4-bedroom averages $2,570/mo. Prices range from $855 to $3,195 per month. The most common price point is the $1,200 range, where 14 units are currently listed. ## Average Rent by Bedroom ## Rent Price Distribution ## Rent by Bedroom Type in Carlen 1 Bed $1,000 from $1,000 · 1 units 2 Bed $1,348 from $855 · 17 units 3 Bed $1,534 from $1,095 · 22 units 4 Bed $2,570 from $1,945 · 2 units ## Rent Prices by Apartment in Carlen | Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [The Flats at Midtown](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/the-flats-at-midtown-mobile-al/?neighborhood=Carlen) | $855/mo | $1,135/mo | 10 | 4 | | [Stonewall Place Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/stonewall-place-apartments-mobile-al/?neighborhood=Carlen) | $1,000/mo | $1,671/mo | 18 | - | | [Midtown Oaks Townhomes](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/midtown-oaks-townhomes-mobile-al/?neighborhood=Carlen) | $1,094/mo | $1,306/mo | 6 | 3.3 | | [The Rent Experts](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/the-rent-experts-mobile-al/?neighborhood=Carlen) | $1,095/mo | $1,731/mo | 7 | 4.3 | | [Parkside at Cottage Hill Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/parkside-at-cottage-hill-apartments-mobile-al/?neighborhood=Carlen) | $1,425/mo | $1,425/mo | 1 | 4.5 | ## Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Carlen ### What is the average rent in Carlen? The average listed apartment rent in Carlen is $1,495 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 42 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. ### What rent range can I find in Carlen? The apartment listings we track in Carlen range from $855 to $3,195 per month, as of November 8, 2026. These are the lowest and highest listed prices. They are not a typical price for every apartment. The building, floor plan, and lease terms can affect the price. ### Are rents going up or down in Carlen? There is not enough comparable history to report a reliable 30-day rent change for apartment listings in Carlen. Missing dates or a change in the buildings we track can prevent a comparison. Missing history does not mean rents stayed flat. ### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Carlen? 1-bedroom apartments average $1,000 per month across 1 priced listing in Carlen. Listed rents range from $1,000 to $1,000 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms. ### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Carlen? 2-bedroom apartments average $1,348 per month across 17 priced listings in Carlen. Listed rents range from $855 to $2,045 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms. ### How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Carlen? 3-bedroom apartments average $1,534 per month across 22 priced listings in Carlen. Listed rents range from $1,095 to $2,640 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms. ### How much is a 4-bedroom apartment in Carlen? 4-bedroom apartments average $2,570 per month across 2 priced listings in Carlen. Listed rents range from $1,945 to $3,195 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms. ### Which tracked building has the lowest starting rent in Carlen? The Flats at Midtown has the lowest starting rent among the buildings in the comparison table, at $855 per month. We track 10 priced listings matching your bedroom choice in that building, as of November 8, 2026. The starting price applies to its lowest-priced matching apartment. Check that apartment's latest price and availability. ### Which rent range has the most listings in Carlen? The $1,200 to $1,400 monthly range has the most matching listings: 14 units, or 33.3% of the priced apartments we track in Carlen. This count does not tell us how fast the apartments rent. ### How many apartment listings do you track in Carlen? We track 42 priced units at 5 apartment buildings, as of November 8, 2026. This is not the total number of apartments in those buildings. A listing can change or become unavailable. Open the apartment details to check its latest status. ### How much rent history is available for Carlen? We do not yet have enough accepted price records to draw a history chart for apartment listings in Carlen. Current asking prices can appear before rent history is ready. We do not fill missing history with zero or with prices for a different bedroom count. ### Why can the headline rent differ from the trend chart in Carlen? The average at the top of the page gives each matching apartment equal weight. The chart first averages recorded prices within each building, then compares buildings. It removes the highest and lowest groups when at least ten buildings contribute and omits days with fewer than five buildings. Different dates, building counts, and listing mixes can produce different figures. The monthly table averages the recorded daily figures. ### Does my bedroom choice change the prices and answers? Yes. Your chosen area and bedroom count filter the asking rents, listing counts, rent ranges, and answers on this page. The active community exclusions are Student housing and 55+ / senior community and Corporate housing and Military / active duty housing and Veteran housing. When you choose a bedroom count, the history chart uses recorded prices for matching apartments with a known identity. If those records are missing, we leave the chart empty rather than use prices for other bedroom types. Open an individual apartment to check its own price history. ### Do these rents include utilities, parking, and other fees? We use the published total monthly rent when it is available and the base rent otherwise. Unknown fees are not zero. Utilities, parking, pet charges, deposits, and one-time costs can add to the amount you pay. Check the selected unit and lease terms for a complete quote. ### How should I compare free-rent offers with listed rent? A free-rent offer can reduce the effective cost over a lease without changing the listed monthly rent. Compare the same lease length and move-in date, then include required charges and the offer conditions. The market averages do not assume an unconfirmed discount. ### Does this page represent every rental in the market? These figures describe the priced apartment listings we track, not every rental home or every occupied apartment. Coverage and the mix of bedrooms, buildings, and locations can change. A lower market average does not prove that the same apartment received a price cut. ### How fresh are the Carlen rent figures? We schedule rent updates each day, but buildings can have different price-check dates. The latest accepted price check for these listings was November 8, 2026. The month label does not mean we checked every price today. Open the building or apartment details for its latest price and availability. ## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Carlen? Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models. Minimum to afford average rent $60,000/year Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,495/mo. Comfortable income $72,000/year Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries. To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($855/mo), you need to earn at least **$34,000/year**. Median household income in Carlen is **$51,090** , about 29% below the comfortable-living threshold. ## Explore Carlen Apartments Browse all 5 communities with daily-updated pricing and availability. [Browse All Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/apartments/?neighborhood=Carlen) [Find Your Match](https://average-rent.com/quiz/) ## Cost of living in Carlen Overall prices in Carlen runs below the national average by about 11% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 88.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Carlen's regional price parities. | Category | Monthly estimate | | --- | --- | | Rent (market average) | $1,495 | | Utilities | $264 | | Groceries | $511 | | Transportation | $628 | | Healthcare | $306 | | Other goods and services | $490 | | Estimated total | $3,694/mo | Population 185,097 Median household income $51,090 Census median rent $1,029/mo Census rent burden 32.3% Median age 37.7 Mean commute 23 min [Alabama Rent Trends](https://average-rent.com/state/alabama/rent-trends/): Compare rent across all Alabama cities [Mobile, AL Neighborhood Rent Map](https://average-rent.com/city/mobile-al/rent-map/): See rent history by neighborhood on a map [Explore Mobile, AL on Map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=mobile-al): See neighborhoods and rent data interactively [US-wide rent comparison](https://average-rent.com/research/median-rent-united-states/): See how Mobile, AL rents stack up against the national median ## Google Search Trends for Carlen Apartments Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months. ### Search Interest Over Time [Explore more on Google Trends](https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?q=apartments%20in%20Mobile&geo=US&date=today%2012-m)