Cheap Homes for Rent in Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $1,100 (5 Rentals)

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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
Tyner Ranch Townhomes2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard2BR,1BA$1,785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA

As of February 22, 2026 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 $2,099. 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$1.14
Tyner Ranch Townhomes2 bedroom 1 bath standard yard2BR,1BA$2.27
The CueUNIT A31BR,1BA$2.59

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonwood?

There are currently 141 Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $772 to $2,280. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonwood ranging from $1,195 to $2,350.

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 $1,195 to $2,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,632.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cottonwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cottonwood range from $1,000 to $2,025, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $1,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,374.

Expert Rental Resources

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