4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Athens, AL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Athens, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +29% higher than the citywide median of $1,468 and +25% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Athens
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 Athens
Compare Athens'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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Athens.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Athens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, AL | 15.6 mi | $1,505 | $-395 (-21%) |
| Harvest, AL | 15.7 mi | $2,200 | +$300 (+16%) |
| Madison, AL | 15.8 mi | $2,653 | +$753 (+40%) |
| Toney, AL | 20.1 mi | $1,900 | — |
| Huntsville, AL | 26.8 mi | $1,987 | +$87 (+5%) |
| Hazel Green, AL | 29.3 mi | $1,920 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Meridianville, AL | 30.6 mi | $2,530 | +$630 (+33%) |
| Owens Cross Roads, AL | 38 mi | $2,940 | +$1,040 (+55%) |
| Muscle Shoals, AL | 40 mi | $1,660 | $-240 (-13%) |
| New Market, AL | 40.5 mi | $1,950 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Florence, AL | 46.8 mi | $1,420 | $-480 (-25%) |
| Cullman, AL | 47.2 mi | $1,380 | $-520 (-27%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Athens — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Athens?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Athens, Alabama is $1,900 per month. This is +29% higher than the citywide median of $1,468.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Athens?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $76,000 ($6,333/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Athens expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Athens's 4+ bedroom median of $1,900 is +25% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 24th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Athens rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 66 cities in Alabama with 4+ bedroom data, Athens ranks #41 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Athens?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Decatur ($1,505), Muscle Shoals ($1,660), Florence ($1,420).