4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Dothan, AL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Dothan, Alabama as of August 2026. That's +20% higher than the citywide median of $1,264 and +40% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Dothan
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 Dothan
Compare Dothan'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
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Dothan.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Dothan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise, AL | 30.6 mi | $1,330 | $-183 (-12%) |
| Troy, AL | 58 mi | $1,330 | $-183 (-12%) |
| Lynn Haven, FL | 68.2 mi | $3,060 | +$1,547 (+102%) |
| Freeport, FL | 69.1 mi | $2,020 | +$507 (+34%) |
| Panama City, FL | 71.5 mi | $2,530 | +$1,017 (+67%) |
| Panama City Beach, FL | 72.9 mi | $3,073 | +$1,560 (+103%) |
| Callaway, FL | 73.1 mi | $1,488 | $-25 (-2%) |
| Inlet Beach, FL | 75.3 mi | $3,060 | +$1,547 (+102%) |
| Santa Rosa Beach, FL | 78 mi | $2,910 | +$1,397 (+92%) |
| Crestview, FL | 81.8 mi | $2,415 | +$902 (+60%) |
| Niceville, FL | 85 mi | $3,130 | +$1,617 (+107%) |
| Pike Road, AL | 87.6 mi | $2,430 | +$917 (+61%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Dothan — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Dothan?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Dothan, Alabama is $1,513 per month. This is +20% higher than the citywide median of $1,264.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Dothan?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $60,520 ($5,043/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.10/hour at a full-time job.
Is Dothan expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Dothan's 4+ bedroom median of $1,513 is +40% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 7th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Dothan rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 66 cities in Alabama with 4+ bedroom data, Dothan ranks #16 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Dothan?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Enterprise ($1,330), Troy ($1,330), Callaway ($1,488).