
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $900 (2 Rentals)
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Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cottonwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,531 | $1,250 | $1,750 |
Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,728 | $1,495 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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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. |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonwood?
There are currently 138 Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $772 to $2,250. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonwood ranging from $997 to $1,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cottonwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cottonwood ranges from $997 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,418.
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