Average Rent in Montgomery, AL
What is the average rent in Montgomery, AL?
The average listed apartment rent in Montgomery, AL is $1,313 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 55 priced apartments in 11 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 2, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
11 apartment buildings, 55 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Montgomery, ALCheapest
$649/mo
Azalea Hill Apartments
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11
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Units
55
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 11 properties in Montgomery, AL.
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Montgomery, AL Rent Prices
All 11 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Azalea Hill Apartments
5801 E Shirley Ln, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA
Columbus Square Apartments
645 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
Heritage View Apartment Homes
1401 Aaron St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
Zelda Pointe Apartments
2845 Zelda Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106, USA
Gazebo East Apartments
185 Eastdale Rd S, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA
Adams Avenue Flats
500 Adams Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
The 40 Four Building
44 Market Plaza, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Azalea Hill Apartments 5801 E Shirley Ln, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA | $649 | $918 | $0.99/ft² | 4.2 (163) | 5 |
| 2 | Columbus Square Apartments 645 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA | $798 as of Oct 2 | $945 | -- | 3.8 (40) | 2 |
| 3 | Heritage View Apartment Homes 1401 Aaron St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA | $830 | $830 | $0.66/ft² | 4.1 (23) | 1 |
| 4 | Zelda Pointe Apartments 2845 Zelda Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106, USA | $924 | $1,024 | $1.06/ft² | 3.8 (108) | 7 |
| 5 | Gazebo East Apartments 185 Eastdale Rd S, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA | $950 as of Oct 2 | $1,025 | $1.21/ft² | 5 (24) | 2 |
| 6 | Adams Avenue Flats 500 Adams Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA | $998 | $998 | $1.85/ft² | 4.5 (13) | 1 |
| 7 | The 40 Four Building 44 Market Plaza, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA | $1,030 as of Oct 26 | $1,030 | $1.61/ft² | 4.9 (18) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Azalea Hill Apartments
4.2 (163)5801 E Shirley Ln, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA
Columbus Square Apartments
3.8 (40)645 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
Heritage View Apartment Homes
4.1 (23)1401 Aaron St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
Zelda Pointe Apartments
3.8 (108)2845 Zelda Rd, Montgomery, AL 36106, USA
Gazebo East Apartments
5 (24)185 Eastdale Rd S, Montgomery, AL 36117, USA
Adams Avenue Flats
4.5 (13)500 Adams Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA
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Montgomery, AL neighborhoods
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Montgomery, AL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Montgomery, AL is $1,313 per month, based on 55 units across 11 apartment communities. Prices range from $649 at Azalea Hill Apartments to $1,948 at The Heights Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $649/mo | $649/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $1,285/mo | $853/mo | 15 |
| 2 Bed | $1,348/mo | $980/mo | 29 |
| 3 Bed | $1,387/mo | $830/mo | 8 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Building Economics
How much do Montgomery, AL apartments earn?
The 6 buildings we can estimate generate about $669K in rental revenue per month ($8.0M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.The Reserve at Billingsley | $435K/mo | $1,534 / $1,560 | 97% | 288 |
| 2.The Bell Lofts | $116K/mo | $1,420 / $1,432 | 92% | 88 |
| 3.District 36 Lofts | $39K/mo | 100% | 40 | |
| 4.The 40 Four Building | $38K/mo | 97% | 37 | |
| 5.The Printing Press Lofts | $23K/mo | $1,453 / $1,200 | 91% | 21 |
| 1 more estimated building | $19K/mo |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Montgomery, AL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Montgomery, AL averages $1,285/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,348/mo. At the local median household income of $55,687, that works out to 28% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Montgomery, AL at $1,059/mo. The current tracked market average runs 24% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Montgomery, AL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Montgomery, AL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$53,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,313/mo.
Comfortable income
$63,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($649/mo), you need to earn at least $26,000/year.
Median household income in Montgomery, AL is $55,687 , about 12% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Montgomery, AL
Overall prices in Montgomery, AL runs below the national average by about 10% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 89.9, 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 Montgomery, AL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,313 |
| Utilities | $283 |
| Groceries | $511 |
| Transportation | $674 |
| Healthcare | $329 |
| Other goods and services | $526 |
| Estimated total | $3,634/mo |
Population
198,440
Median household income
$55,687
Census median rent
$1,059/mo
Census rent burden
31.0%
Median age
36.2
Mean commute
21 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Alabama
How Montgomery, AL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Montgomery, AL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, AL | $1,652 | +26% | -3.2% | 26 |
| Mobile, AL | $1,285 | -2% | -5.8% | 25 |
| Birmingham, AL | $1,528 | +16% | 0% | 19 |
| Madison, AL | $1,257 | -4% | -6.2% | 19 |
| Hoover, AL | $1,765 | +34% | +21.4% | 14 |
| Decatur, AL | $922 | -30% | -5.5% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Montgomery, AL?
The average listed apartment rent in Montgomery, AL is $1,313 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 55 priced apartments in 11 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Montgomery, AL?
The median asking rent in Montgomery, AL is $1,310 per month, computed from 55 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,313/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Montgomery, AL?
The lowest available rent in Montgomery, AL starts at $649 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Montgomery, AL?
1-bedroom apartments in Montgomery, AL average $1,285/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $853/mo across 15 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Montgomery, AL?
2-bedroom apartments in Montgomery, AL average $1,348/mo. Units start from $980/mo across 29 units currently listed.
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