4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bessemer, AL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Bessemer, Alabama as of August 2026. That's +11% higher than the citywide median of $1,429 and +37% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Bessemer
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 Bessemer
Compare Bessemer'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 | Orange Beach | $2,290 |
| 10 | Hoover | $2,280 |
| 11 | Daphne | $2,220 |
| 12 | Harvest | $2,200 |
| 13 | Pelham | $2,190 |
| 14 | Grayson Valley | $2,177 |
| 15 | Vestavia Hills | $2,160 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 4+ bedroom rents than Bessemer.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Bessemer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midfield, AL | 7 mi | $1,630 | +$40 (+3%) |
| Helena, AL | 7.9 mi | $2,600 | +$1,010 (+64%) |
| Fairfield, AL | 8.3 mi | $1,640 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Hoover, AL | 8.7 mi | $2,280 | +$690 (+43%) |
| Mc Calla, AL | 10.7 mi | $1,600 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Hueytown, AL | 11.4 mi | $1,810 | +$220 (+14%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 12.5 mi | $2,160 | +$570 (+36%) |
| Homewood, AL | 12.6 mi | $2,160 | +$570 (+36%) |
| Alabaster, AL | 15.2 mi | $2,010 | +$420 (+26%) |
| Pelham, AL | 15.4 mi | $2,190 | +$600 (+38%) |
| Birmingham, AL | 16.2 mi | $1,863 | +$273 (+17%) |
| Adamsville, AL | 16.3 mi | $1,650 | +$60 (+4%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Bessemer — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Bessemer?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Bessemer, Alabama is $1,590 per month. This is +11% higher than the citywide median of $1,429.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Bessemer?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $63,600 ($5,300/month gross), which works out to roughly $30.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bessemer expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bessemer's 4+ bedroom median of $1,590 is +37% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 10th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bessemer rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 66 cities in Alabama with 4+ bedroom data, Bessemer ranks #22 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Bessemer?
Most nearby cities have similar or higher 4+ bedroom rents than Bessemer.