Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (8 Rentals)

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CityPlace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CityPlace

1401 S StBakersfield, CA 93301
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The Camellias
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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814 17th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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King Square Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

King Square Apartments

1601 Lotus LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

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. Camellia Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,085. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,085
Valley Springs2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,599

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.98 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 17th Place Townhomes in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,280. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Santa Fe starting at $937 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17th Place TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.98
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.32
Valley Springs2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.78
Tyner Ranch Townhomes2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard2BR,1BA$2.27
The CueUNIT A11BR,1BA$2.72
105 E 8th St, Unit A105 E 8th StStudio ,1BA$2.50
304 Clyde St, Unit Clyde Unit C304 Clyde StStudio ,1BA$2.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #109

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $1,975 at The Cue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood is starting from $937 at Santa Fe.

What is the most affordable Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Santa Fe and starts from $1,085.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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