1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Homewood, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Homewood, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +16% lower than the citywide median of $1,641 and +1% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Homewood
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Homewood
Compare Homewood's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena | $1,660 |
| 2 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,610 |
| 3 | Calera | $1,470 |
| 4 | Hoover | $1,455 |
| 5 | Madison | $1,450 |
| 6 | Pelham | $1,400 |
| 7 | Meridianville | $1,400 |
| 8 | Vestavia Hills | $1,380 |
| 9 | Trussville | $1,380 |
| 10 | Homewood (this page) | $1,380 |
| 11 | Chelsea | $1,350 |
| 12 | Pike Road | $1,300 |
| 13 | Alabaster | $1,280 |
| 14 | Spanish Fort | $1,260 |
| 15 | Moody | $1,250 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Homewood.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Homewood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 3.6 mi | $1,380 | — |
| Birmingham, AL | 3.7 mi | $1,186 | $-194 (-14%) |
| Hoover, AL | 6.4 mi | $1,455 | +$75 (+5%) |
| Midfield, AL | 7.6 mi | $1,040 | $-340 (-25%) |
| Forestdale, AL | 9.5 mi | $1,000 | $-380 (-28%) |
| Fultondale, AL | 9.8 mi | $1,180 | $-200 (-14%) |
| Tarrant, AL | 10.4 mi | $1,000 | $-380 (-28%) |
| Irondale, AL | 11.1 mi | $1,090 | $-290 (-21%) |
| Pelham, AL | 11.1 mi | $1,400 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Bessemer, AL | 12.6 mi | $1,010 | $-370 (-27%) |
| Center Point, AL | 14.5 mi | $1,060 | $-320 (-23%) |
| Chelsea, AL | 14.8 mi | $1,350 | $-30 (-2%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Homewood — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Homewood?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Homewood, Alabama is $1,380 per month. This is +16% below the citywide median of $1,641.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Homewood?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $55,200 ($4,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Homewood expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Homewood's 1-bedroom median of $1,380 is +1% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 49th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Homewood rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Homewood ranks #56 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Homewood?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Birmingham ($1,186), Midfield ($1,040), Forestdale ($1,000).