Cheap Homes for Rent in Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $700 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA

As of January 05, 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$1.08
Valley SpringsTownhouse2BR,1BA$1.67
Tyner Ranch Townhomes2 bedroom 1 bath larger yard2BR,1BA$2.32
The CueUNIT A11BR,1BA$2.72

Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonwood?

There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $772 to $2,450. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonwood ranging from $750 to $2,500.

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 $750 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,579.

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 $1,500 to $1,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,374.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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