Alabama State University

Montgomery, AL

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Alabama State University - Montgomery, AL

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It’s always a great time to be a Hornet

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Established in 1867, Alabama State University is one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education founded for Black Americans. With nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, Alabama State’s academic offerings are as diverse as its student body. ASU ensures that students receive the personal attention, mentoring, encouragement, and knowledge needed to achieve their dreams.

Located in Montgomery, ASU is convenient to a broad range of apartments, lofts, and houses available for rent near campus. Neighborhoods proximate to the ASU campus include the Garden District, Forest Park, and Old Cloverdale. Commuting to campus from farther distances is simple with access to the intersection of Interstates 65 and 85.

NCAA Division I Hornet athletics and more than 70 clubs and organizations, including fraternities and sororities, contribute to the vibrant campus community at Alabama State. Montgomery is the birthplace of the modern civil rights movement and home to countless historical attractions, outdoor adventures, and artistic and cultural amenities. Destinations like Atlanta, New Orleans, Birmingham, and Gulf Coast beaches are all within a four-hour drive of ASU.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Montgomery, AL is $679 for a studio, $882 for one bedroom, $1,018 for two bedrooms, and $1,213 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Montgomery has increased by 3.4% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 418 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $679/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 757 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $882/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,042 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,018/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,310 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,213/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

38

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

19

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

37

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Forest Avenue Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

628 Students

10
out of 10

Bear Exploration Center

Public

Grades K-5

511 Students

10
out of 10

Wynton M Blount Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

375 Students

7
out of 10

Carver Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

365 Students

7
out of 10

Halcyon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

615 Students

6
out of 10

Baldwin Art And Acadcs Magnet

Public

Grades 6-8

510 Students

10
out of 10

Floyd Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

481 Students

9
out of 10

Carr Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

761 Students

3
out of 10

McKee Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

676 Students

3
out of 10

Brewbaker Jr High School

Public

Grades 6-8

838 Students

1
out of 10

Brewbaker Tech Magnet High School

Public

Grades 9-12

575 Students

10
out of 10

Loveless Academic Magnet Prog High School

Public

Grades 9-12

464 Students

10
out of 10

Booker T Washington Magnet High School

Public

Grades 9-12

392 Students

10
out of 10

Park Crossing High School

Public

Grades 9-12

906 Students

3
out of 10

Carver Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

902 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Gayle Planetarium
  • Montgomery Zoo
  • Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
  • Alabama Nature Center

Airports

  • Montgomery Regional (Dannelly Field)

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