2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Huntsville, AL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Huntsville, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +4% lower than the citywide median of $1,322 and +24% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Huntsville
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Huntsville
Compare Huntsville's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Alabama
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Alabama
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owens Cross Roads | $1,870 |
| 2 | Helena | $1,840 |
| 3 | Madison | $1,687 |
| 4 | Calera | $1,640 |
| 5 | Meridianville | $1,630 |
| 6 | Hoover | $1,610 |
| 7 | Pelham | $1,550 |
| 8 | Pike Road | $1,540 |
| 9 | Vestavia Hills | $1,530 |
| 10 | Trussville | $1,530 |
| 11 | Homewood | $1,530 |
| 12 | Spanish Fort | $1,500 |
| 13 | Chelsea | $1,490 |
| 14 | Fairhope | $1,460 |
| 15 | Alabaster | $1,420 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Huntsville.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Huntsville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, AL | 11.4 mi | $1,687 | +$421 (+33%) |
| Meridianville, AL | 11.5 mi | $1,630 | +$364 (+29%) |
| Owens Cross Roads, AL | 11.6 mi | $1,870 | +$604 (+48%) |
| Harvest, AL | 13 mi | $1,400 | +$134 (+11%) |
| Toney, AL | 14.3 mi | $1,210 | $-56 (-4%) |
| Hazel Green, AL | 16.9 mi | $1,220 | $-46 (-4%) |
| New Market, AL | 19.5 mi | $1,240 | $-26 (-2%) |
| Athens, AL | 26.8 mi | $1,215 | $-51 (-4%) |
| Decatur, AL | 28.4 mi | $955 | $-311 (-25%) |
| Cullman, AL | 40.2 mi | $920 | $-346 (-27%) |
| Tullahoma, TN | 51 mi | $960 | $-306 (-24%) |
| Gadsden, AL | 65 mi | $910 | $-356 (-28%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Huntsville — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Huntsville?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Huntsville, Alabama is $1,266 per month. This is +4% below the citywide median of $1,322.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Huntsville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $50,640 ($4,220/month gross), which works out to roughly $24.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Huntsville expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Huntsville's 2-bedroom median of $1,266 is +24% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 24th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Huntsville rank for 2-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 67 cities in Alabama with 2-bedroom data, Huntsville ranks #44 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Huntsville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Toney ($1,210), Hazel Green ($1,220), New Market ($1,240).