
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cottondale, AL (35 Rentals)


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Cottondale, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottondale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cottondale Studio Apartments | $751 | $495 | $870 |
Cottondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $515 | $4,340 |
Cottondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $709 | $5,195 |
Cottondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $699 | $6,036 |
Cottondale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $934 | $609 | $3,600 |
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Largest Available Cottondale and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cottondale, AL is found at Stone Creek in the East Tuscaloosa neighborhood and is 1,026 square feet priced from $1,125. Inverness Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 932 square feet and currently listed start at $1,283. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cottondale:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Stone Creek | Large 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Available with Cathedral ... | 1,026 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
Inverness Apartments | Berwyck | 932 Sq Ft | $1,283 |
French Quarter Apartments | One Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Skyland Pointe | Welcome to Skyland Pointe – 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 86... | 869 Sq Ft | $949 |
Valley Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 832 Sq Ft | $849 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | 780 Sq Ft | $750 |
Beacon Place-Tuscaloosa | Arlington-1x1 | 719 Sq Ft | $1,472 |
St. Johns Flats | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
The Links at Tuscaloosa | Custom Deluxe III | 665 Sq Ft | $925 |
Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 540 Sq Ft | $799 |
Cheapest Available Cottondale and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cottondale, AL is the Small One BR Model starting from $699 at Forest Lake Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. The second most affordable Cottondale 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at The Oakley starting at $700 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cottondale is currently $1,336. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cottondale:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | $699 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | $700 |
Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | $799 |
The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | $825 |
Valley Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | $849 |
Skyland Pointe | Welcome to Skyland Pointe – 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 56... | $899 |
Stone Creek | Efficiency 1 Bed - 1 Bath | $970 |
French Quarter Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,050 |
Inverness Apartments | Berwyck | $1,283 |
St. Johns Flats | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cottondale Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cottondale with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cottondale is at Forest Lake Apartments listed at $699.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cottondale is $1,336.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cottondale is a 1,026 square feet unit starting from $1,125 at Stone Creek.
What is the average size for Cottondale 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cottondale is currently 840 sq ft.
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