1203 E 10th St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (22 Rentals)
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$937 - $1,3742 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Santa Fe
617 Union AveBakersfield, CA 93307
1311 E 18th St
BakersfieldCA93305
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1015 L St
1015 L StBakersfield, CA 93304
643 R St
BakersfieldCA93304
1230 Dolores St
BakersfieldCA93305
1107 L St
BakersfieldCA93304
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1316 E California Ave
BakersfieldCA93307
1517 Ralston St
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2901 S Chester Ave
BakersfieldCA93304
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CityPlace
1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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The Camellias
1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Brundage Arms
929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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814 17th St
814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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California Avenue Senior Housing
1015 O StBakersfield, CA 93304
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King Square Apartments
1601 Lotus LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Camellia Village Apartments
1331 Cottonwood RdBakersfield, CA 93307
113 Bliss St
BakersfieldCA93307
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Kristine Apartments
2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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K Street Apartments
2320 S K StBakersfield, CA 93304
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Cedarvale Apartments
701 Planz RdBakersfield, CA 93304
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104 S Kincaid St
BakersfieldCA93307
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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 | $1,535 | $775 | $1,975 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $937 | $1,599 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $1,085 | $1,850 |
| Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,374 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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 Santa Fe priced from $937. Tyner Ranch Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $937 |
| Tyner Ranch Townhomes | 2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard | 2BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| The Cue Apartments | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Santa Fe in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $937. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bath larger yard Model at Tyner Ranch Townhomes starting at $1,865 with a $2.37 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Tyner Ranch Townhomes | 2 bedroom 1 bath larger yard | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Cue Apartments | UNIT A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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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 Cheap Cottonwood Apartments
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 2 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 $340 which is $1,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cottonwood.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.