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Breckenridge Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

4830 University Blvd ETuscaloosa, AL 35404
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East Edge
1 Bedroom Apartments

East Edge

1131 Jackson AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Cottondale, AL Local Guide

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 919 square feet priced from $1,080. Water Oak Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $1,204. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cottondale:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Stone Creek1Bed - 1Bath919 Sq Ft$1,080
Water Oak ApartmentsClassic Forest900 Sq Ft$1,204
Inverness ApartmentsAberdeen850 Sq Ft$1,149
Landmark Apartments- ALThe Maple786 Sq Ft$1,306
The Oakley1x1780 Sq Ft$750
Vie at University Downs1 - Apartment770 Sq Ft$1,609
The Preserve at TuscaloosaA2UF Floor Plan - Sold Out756 Sq Ft$1,409
Beacon Place-TuscaloosaArlington-1x1719 Sq Ft$1,450
The Links at TuscaloosaCustom Deluxe III665 Sq Ft$925
St. John Flats II1BR/1.0BA604 Sq Ft$1,200

Cheapest Available Cottondale and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 07, 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 $1,204. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cottondale:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Forest Lake ApartmentsSmall One BR$699
The Oakley1x1$700
Brookstone Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath$799
Ridge View Apartments1 BR 1 BA$810
The Links at TuscaloosaClassic Deluxe II$825
Stone CreekEfficiency 1 Bed - 1 Bath$970
Landmark Apartments- ALThe Pine$1,100
Inverness ApartmentsAberdeen$1,149
The Crimson1 Bedroom-1 Bathroom A1$1,199
St. John Flats II1BR/1.0BA$1,200

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Cottondale, AL

Ranked #56

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

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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 $1,204.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cottondale is a 919 square feet unit starting from $1,080 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 693 sq ft.

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