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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Huntsville, AL

Pricing Updated: 05/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Huntsville, AL area range in price from $175 to $9,665 with an overall median price of $1,947. The three Huntsville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Central Huntsville at $660, UA Huntsville at $650, and Edgewater at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Huntsville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Central Huntsville$1,373$660224
UA Huntsville$1,394$650172
Edgewater$1,576$825346
Medical District$1,630$175264
West Huntsville$1,638$650150
Old Town Twickenham$1,658$175257
Outer Redstone Arsenal$1,681$650347
Redstone Arsenal$1,704$650109
Dallas Mills$1,977$175260
Downtown Huntsville$1,977$175292

Cheapest Available Huntsville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Huntsville, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at The Monarch Downtown in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood priced from $175. Presbyterian Apartments in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $605. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Huntsville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Monarch Downtown2 Bedroom - Daily Rate - Utilities Included2BR,1BA$175
Presbyterian ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$605
Executive LodgeStudioStudio,1BA$649
Midtown Manor Aptartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Hunters Ridge1B/1B1BR,1BA$699
Country Club1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$699
Briargreen Apartments1 Br efficiency1BR,1BA$700
2710 Trail Ridge Rd NWRoom1BR,$700
Innovation Flats at Research ParkThe KeplerStudio,1BA$700
Vue at Rocket CityS1Studio,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Huntsville, AL

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Huntsville area is the $0.99 price per square foot Fairmont B - Fairmont B Model at Hidden River Townhomes in the in the Triana neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Huntsville apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Oxford Townhomes and Apartments starting at $1,254 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the West Huntsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Huntsville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hidden River TownhomesFairmont B - Fairmont B3BR,2.5BA$0.99
Oxford Townhomes and Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.94
The Preserve at CrestwoodThree Bedroom | Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.94
Wilshire Park Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$0.95
4900 Seven Pine CirTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
The Grand Reserve at Madison1x11BR,1.5BA$0.91
The KensingtonB1THR2BR,1BA$0.98
Central Heights2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.00
Torrance Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.94
Midtown Manor Aptartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.99

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Huntsville Overview

"The fourth largest city in the state, Huntsville, Alabama is a fantastic city located mostly in Madison County. The city is so great in fact that it boasts multiple nicknames, including ""Star of Alabama"" and ""Rocket City."" In close proximity to the Tennessee River, this city has a lot to offer including many great places to live with a variety of fun places to get out of the Huntsville apartment and enjoy. "

Why live in Huntsville, AL?

There are many reasons why one would want to live in this city. There are many things to do, and it is a great place for people to enjoy nature, with all of the parks that are located throughout Huntsville. The museums and historic districts make it a place where you can also have all of the educational experiences that you would want. There are also many festivals that take place throughout the year, and becoming immersed in Huntsville culture can be an invaluable experience.

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Huntsville, AL

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Huntsville, AL

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

15 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Huntsville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Huntsville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Huntsville is under $710.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Huntsville?

The cheapest apartment in Huntsville is Presbyterian Apartments which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Huntsville costs $1,947.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Huntsville?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 360 regular apartments in Huntsville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Huntsville?

Cheap apartments in Huntsville have an average cost of $274 which is $1,673 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Huntsville.

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