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Average Rent Trends in Birmingham, AL
Rent in Birmingham, AL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,200 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,245 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,250 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,225 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,200 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,200 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,200 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,200 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,200 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,200 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,200 |
| May 2026 | $1,200 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $969 | $1,000 | $1,200 | $1,385 | $1,150 |
| Townhomes | $1,000 | $1,390 | $1,975 | — | $1,345 |
| Apartments and Condos | $925 | $897 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $925 |
| Houses | $775 | $995 | $1,200 | $1,395 | $1,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Birmingham, AL
- What is the average rent of a house in Birmingham, AL?The average rent of a house in Birmingham, AL is $1,200 per month. This is about 38% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Birmingham, AL?In the last year, the average rent in Birmingham, AL was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,200 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Birmingham, AL?In the last year, the average rent in Birmingham, AL was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,250 per month.
- How many houses are available to rent in Birmingham, AL?There are 724 available houses to rent in Birmingham, AL.
- What colleges and universities are in Birmingham, AL?Colleges and universities in Birmingham, AL include: University of Alabama at Birmingham, Samford University.
- What are some neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL?Some neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL include: Five Points South, Glen Iris, South East Lake, Highland Lakes, Oxmoor.
- What are some zip codes in Birmingham, AL?
- What are some cities near Birmingham, AL?Some nearby cities include: Mountain Brook, Homewood, Vestavia Hills, Tarrant, Irondale. These cities may have more rental options to explore.