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Living & Renting in Florence
Florence at a Glance
Florence, AL Apartments for Rent
Florence sits along the Tennessee River in northwestern Alabama and serves as home to the University of North Alabama, the state's oldest public college. As the largest city in the Quad Cities region, Florence acts as the area's economic hub while maintaining affordable housing options. Those searching for apartments for rent in Florence will find a range of options with one-bedroom units averaging around $610 per month and two-bedroom apartments averaging $843, making it an accessible choice for renters seeking reasonable rates in a riverside setting.
The city provides convenient access to outdoor recreation at McFarland Park, a 200-acre riverfront space featuring trails and sports fields, as well as a downtown district with local shops and dining. Florence's location along US-72 connects residents to Huntsville about an hour to the east and places the city within reach of employment opportunities throughout the Shoals region, which includes neighboring Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, and Tuscumbia. Apartment communities in the area offer a mix of housing styles, from traditional complexes to newer developments, with many situated near the university campus or along the main commercial corridors that provide shopping and services for daily needs.
Why Florence?
- Visit the home where W.C. Handy was born in 1873 – a small log cabin that is now a museum.
- The Florence Indian Mound and Museum is the site of the area’s largest domiciliary mound.
- Wilson Dam was built in the 1920s and once supplied power for WWI munitions plants.
- The Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts contains exhibits, galleries, education, and workshops.
- Downtown Florence hosts the Alabama Renaissance Faire, a medieval fair held in October.
- Parks include Tennessee Valley Authority Reservation and Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve.
Renting in Florence
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 495 Sq Ft $612 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 705 Sq Ft $614 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,027 Sq Ft $849 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,178 Sq Ft $954 / mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Florence $788/mo
- Muscle Shoals $549/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Florence, AL
What are the average rent costs in Florence, AL?
The average rent in Florence, AL is $614.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Florence, AL?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Florence, AL is $612.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Florence, AL?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Florence, AL is $614.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Florence, AL?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Florence, AL is $849.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Florence, AL?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Florence, AL is $954.
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