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Alabama Rental Market
Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend
Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$975
2 Bedrooms
$995
3 Bedrooms
$1,900
YoY Trend
-20.5%
Days on Market
88d
Birmingham
35233
1BR$1,200
2BR—
3BR$2,200
YoY
-29.1%
DOM
131.09d
Listings
14
Huntsville
35802
1BR$749
2BR$995
3BR$1,600
YoY
-12%
DOM
45.79d
Listings
102
Alabama Eviction Process
Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Alabama
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
Average total: 30 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.
Security Deposit Rules
Alabama security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements
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Maximum Deposit
1 month
Per current statutes
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Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
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Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
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Interest Required
No
Required in some high-reg states
Rights & Responsibilities
What both parties are entitled to under Alabama law
✅ Landlord Rights
→Quick eviction process
→No rent control
→No late fee cap
⚖️ Tenant Rights
→Habitable conditions
→Privacy rights
Required Disclosures
Items you must disclose to tenants in Alabama before or at lease signing
📄 Lead paint (pre-1978)
📄 Move-in checklist
Rent Control Status
Alabama rent increase and rent control laws
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No Rent Control in Alabama
Alabama has no statewide rent control law. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice (typically 30 days for month-to-month, or at lease end for fixed terms).
Alabama Landlord FAQs
Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results
How long does eviction take in Alabama?+
The average eviction timeline in Alabama is 30 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 7 days. Filing fee is $156–$200.
What is the security deposit limit in Alabama?+
In Alabama, the security deposit maximum is 1 month. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Alabama have rent control?+
No. Alabama has no statewide rent control. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice — typically 30 days for month-to-month tenancies.
How much entry notice is required in Alabama?+
Landlords in Alabama must provide at least 2 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.
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