1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Irondale, AL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Irondale, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +50% lower than the citywide median of $2,197 and +22% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Irondale
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 Irondale
Compare Irondale'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 | $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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Irondale.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Irondale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tarrant, AL | 7.8 mi | $1,000 | $-90 (-8%) |
| Center Point, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,060 | $-30 (-3%) |
| Birmingham, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,186 | +$96 (+9%) |
| Leeds, AL | 8.1 mi | $1,030 | $-60 (-6%) |
| Trussville, AL | 10.7 mi | $1,380 | +$290 (+27%) |
| Homewood, AL | 11.1 mi | $1,380 | +$290 (+27%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 11.8 mi | $1,380 | +$290 (+27%) |
| Fultondale, AL | 12 mi | $1,180 | +$90 (+8%) |
| Moody, AL | 12.9 mi | $1,250 | +$160 (+15%) |
| Pinson, AL | 13.1 mi | $1,150 | +$60 (+6%) |
| Forestdale, AL | 15.6 mi | $1,000 | $-90 (-8%) |
| Chelsea, AL | 15.7 mi | $1,350 | +$260 (+24%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Irondale — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Irondale?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Irondale, Alabama is $1,090 per month. This is +50% below the citywide median of $2,197.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Irondale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $43,600 ($3,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Irondale expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Irondale's 1-bedroom median of $1,090 is +22% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 28th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Irondale rank for 1-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 65 cities in Alabama with 1-bedroom data, Irondale ranks #43 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Irondale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Tarrant ($1,000), Center Point ($1,060), Leeds ($1,030).