4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Huntsville, AL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Huntsville, Alabama as of October 2026. That's +49% higher than the citywide median of $1,335 and +21% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ 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 4+ 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 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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Huntsville.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Huntsville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, AL | 11.4 mi | $2,653 | +$666 (+34%) |
| Meridianville, AL | 11.5 mi | $2,530 | +$543 (+27%) |
| Owens Cross Roads, AL | 11.6 mi | $2,940 | +$953 (+48%) |
| Harvest, AL | 13 mi | $2,200 | +$213 (+11%) |
| New Market, AL | 19.5 mi | $1,950 | $-37 (-2%) |
| Athens, AL | 26.8 mi | $1,900 | $-87 (-4%) |
| Decatur, AL | 28.4 mi | $1,505 | $-482 (-24%) |
| Cullman, AL | 40.2 mi | $1,380 | $-607 (-31%) |
| Tullahoma, TN | 51 mi | $1,470 | $-517 (-26%) |
| Gadsden, AL | 65 mi | $1,210 | $-777 (-39%) |
| Manchester, TN | 65.1 mi | $1,550 | $-437 (-22%) |
| Muscle Shoals, AL | 66.2 mi | $1,660 | $-327 (-16%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Huntsville — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Huntsville?
As of October 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Huntsville, Alabama is $1,987 per month. This is +49% higher than the citywide median of $1,335.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Huntsville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $79,480 ($6,623/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.21/hour at a full-time job.
Is Huntsville expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Huntsville's 4+ bedroom median of $1,987 is +21% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 28th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Huntsville rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 62 cities in Alabama with 4+ bedroom data, Huntsville ranks #42 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Huntsville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include New Market ($1,950), Athens ($1,900), Decatur ($1,505).