3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cottondale, AL (50 Rentals)

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Breckenridge Apartments
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Breckenridge Apartments

4830 University Blvd ETuscaloosa, AL 35404
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Crowne Pointe
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Crowne Pointe

3719 Hargrove RdTuscaloosa, AL 35405
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East Edge

1131 Jackson AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Largest Available Cottondale and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Cottondale, AL is found at Inverness Apartments and is 1,765 square feet . Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom in the University of Alabama neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,760 square feet and currently listed start at $2,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Cottondale:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Inverness ApartmentsSutherland1,765 Sq FtCall for Rates
Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom3BR/3.0BA1,760 Sq Ft$2,700
Landmark Apartments- ALThe Cypress1,711 Sq FtCall for Rates
Elements on 30th3BR/3.5BA1,539 Sq Ft$2,775
Water Oak ApartmentsRenovated Emerald1,500 Sq Ft$1,409
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha3BR/3BA - Fairview Elite Tech1,359 Sq Ft$1,095
Vie at University Downs3 - Apartment1,339 Sq Ft$889
The Reserve at North River ApartmentsC - Savannah1,306 Sq Ft$1,575
Winding CreekThree Bedroom1,216 Sq FtCall for Rates
Mountain View Apartment Homes3Bed - 2Bath1,144 Sq Ft$1,279

Cheapest Available Cottondale and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Cottondale, AL is the 3Bed - 2Bath Model starting from $1,089 at High Country Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. The second most affordable Cottondale 3 Bedroom is the Magnolia Place 3 Beds x 2 bath Model at Magnolia Place starting at $1,119 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Cottondale is currently $1,654. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Cottondale:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
High Country Apartments3Bed - 2Bath$1,089
Magnolia PlaceMagnolia Place 3 Beds x 2 bath$1,119
Aspen Village Apartment Homes3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Aspen Village$1,155
Mountain View Apartment Homes3Bed - 2Bath$1,279
Water Oak ApartmentsRenovated Emerald$1,429
The Reserve at North River ApartmentsC - Savannah$1,598
Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom3BR/3.0BA$2,700
Elements on 30th3BR/3.5BA$2,775

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Cottondale Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Cottondale with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Cottondale is at High Country Apartments listed at $1,089.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Cottondale is $1,654.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cottondale is a 1,765 square feet unit at Inverness Apartments.

What is the average size for Cottondale 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Cottondale is currently 1,532 sq ft.

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