2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Irondale, AL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Irondale, Alabama as of July 2026. That's +45% lower than the citywide median of $2,197 and +27% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 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 Irondale.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Irondale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grayson Valley, AL | 7.7 mi | $1,112 | $-98 (-8%) |
| Tarrant, AL | 7.8 mi | $1,130 | $-80 (-7%) |
| Center Point, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,170 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Birmingham, AL | 7.9 mi | $1,323 | +$113 (+9%) |
| Leeds, AL | 8.1 mi | $1,140 | $-70 (-6%) |
| Trussville, AL | 10.7 mi | $1,530 | +$320 (+26%) |
| Homewood, AL | 11.1 mi | $1,530 | +$320 (+26%) |
| Vestavia Hills, AL | 11.8 mi | $1,530 | +$320 (+26%) |
| Fultondale, AL | 12 mi | $1,310 | +$100 (+8%) |
| Moody, AL | 12.9 mi | $1,380 | +$170 (+14%) |
| Pinson, AL | 13.1 mi | $1,270 | +$60 (+5%) |
| Forestdale, AL | 15.6 mi | $1,130 | $-80 (-7%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Irondale — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Irondale?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Irondale, Alabama is $1,210 per month. This is +45% below the citywide median of $2,197.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Irondale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $48,400 ($4,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Irondale expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Irondale's 2-bedroom median of $1,210 is +27% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 21th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Irondale rank for 2-bedroom rent in Alabama?
Among the 67 cities in Alabama with 2-bedroom data, Irondale ranks #36 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Irondale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Grayson Valley ($1,112), Tarrant ($1,130), Center Point ($1,170).