Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Huntsville Neighborhood of Huntsville, AL from $700 (34 Rentals)

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property at 806 NE Russell St

$950

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$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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806 NE Russell St

HuntsvilleAL35801

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property at 3116 Hale Dr SW

$1,350

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3116 Hale Dr SW

HuntsvilleAL35805
property at 908 Fairway Dr NW

$1,375

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$1,375

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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908 Fairway Dr NW

HuntsvilleAL35816
property at 2212 La Salle Rd NW

$1,375

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$1,375

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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2212 La Salle Rd NW

HuntsvilleAL35810

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property at 2110 Fernbrook Dr NE

$1,450

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$1,450

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2110 Fernbrook Dr NE

HuntsvilleAL35811

Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Huntsville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Huntsville area of Huntsville, AL is a Studio unit found at Presbyterian Apartments priced from $655. Candlewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Downtown Huntsville apartments for rent in Huntsville, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Presbyterian ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$655
Candlewood Apartments2BR / 1BA2BR,1BA$745
Beaumont Place Apartments1bed room1BR,1BA$750
Chasewood Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Autumn Wood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$750
Oxford Townhomes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$760
Mirabeau ApartmentsChateau Gold1BR,1BA$799
Stadium Apartments1 bedroom- Under $900- Minutes to Redstone & Do...1BR,1BA$872
Channing EastOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Huntsville, AL

As of August 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Huntsville area is the $1.03 price per square foot The Summit/Piedmont Model at The Ridge at Watts Trail in the in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood starting from $1,105. The second greatest value Downtown Huntsville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Imperial Gardens starting at $989 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Huntsville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Ridge at Watts TrailThe Summit/Piedmont2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Imperial GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.99
Spring Branch Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Castlewood Apartments - Huntsville, ALCastlewood 2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.18
Candlewood Apartments2BR / 2BA2BR,2BA$0.96
3505 Fairview St SW, Unit 35053505 Fairview St SW1BR,1BA$1.29
3701 Dubose St SW3701 Dubose St SW1BR,1BA$1.00
Autumn Wood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.03
Monte Sano Terrace1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.33
Oxford Townhomes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Huntsville

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Huntsville?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Huntsville, AL with pricing that ranges from $655 to $4,777. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Huntsville ranging from $798 to $3,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Huntsville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Huntsville ranges from $798 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,616.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Huntsville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Huntsville range from $1,069 to $4,777, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,209.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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