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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (8 Rentals)
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Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $772 | $1,975 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $959 | $2,250 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,002 | $2,025 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwood area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at K Street Apartments priced from $959. Camellia Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,002. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
| Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,002 |
| G Street Apartments | 2115 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Camellia Village Apartments in the in the Casa Loma neighborhood starting from $1,064. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard Model at Tyner Ranch Townhomes starting at $1,785 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camellia Village Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Tyner Ranch Townhomes | 2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| K Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Valley Springs | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Serena Vista Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Park Sorrento | 1BD, 1BTH B | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| G Street Apartments | 2115 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCottonwood, Bakersfield, CA
Ranked #66
Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Cottonwood Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
7 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cottonwood?
The cheapest apartment in Cottonwood is G Street Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Cottonwood costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cottonwood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Cottonwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cottonwood?
Cheap apartments in Cottonwood have an average cost of $167 which is $1,583 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cottonwood.
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