4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Alabaster, AL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Alabaster, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +11% higher than the citywide median of $1,817 and +20% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Alabaster
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Alabaster
Compare Alabaster's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owens Cross Roads | $2,940 |
| 2 | Madison | $2,653 |
| 3 | Helena | $2,600 |
| 4 | Meridianville | $2,530 |
| 5 | Pike Road | $2,430 |
| 6 | Spanish Fort | $2,380 |
| 7 | Fairhope | $2,320 |
| 8 | Calera | $2,310 |
| 9 | Hoover | $2,280 |
| 10 | Daphne | $2,220 |
| 11 | Harvest | $2,200 |
| 12 | Pelham | $2,190 |
| 13 | Grayson Valley | $2,177 |
| 14 | Vestavia Hills | $2,160 |
| 15 | Trussville | $2,160 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Alabaster.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Alabaster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montevallo, AL | 8.2 mi | $1,580 | $-430 (-21%) |
| Pelham, AL | 8.3 mi | $2,190 | +$180 (+9%) |
| Helena, AL | 8.4 mi | $2,600 | +$590 (+29%) |
| Calera, AL | 9.1 mi | $2,310 | +$300 (+15%) |
| Hoover, AL | 11.4 mi | $2,280 | +$270 (+13%) |
| Chelsea, AL | 11.7 mi | $2,110 | +$100 (+5%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 14.1 mi | $2,160 | +$150 (+7%) |
| Bessemer, AL | 15.2 mi | $1,590 | $-420 (-21%) |
| Homewood, AL | 17.3 mi | $2,160 | +$150 (+7%) |
| Midfield, AL | 18.6 mi | $1,630 | $-380 (-19%) |
| Birmingham, AL | 20.3 mi | $1,863 | $-147 (-7%) |
| Mc Calla, AL | 21 mi | $1,600 | $-410 (-20%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Alabaster — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Alabaster?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Alabaster, Alabama is $2,010 per month. This is +11% higher than the citywide median of $1,817.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Alabaster?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $80,400 ($6,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Alabaster expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Alabaster's 4+ bedroom median of $2,010 is +20% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 29th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Alabaster rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 66 cities in Alabama with 4+ bedroom data, Alabaster ranks #48 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Alabaster?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Montevallo ($1,580), Bessemer ($1,590), Midfield ($1,630).