
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cottondale, AL (46 Rentals)


7239 63rd Ave E

5430 University Gardens Dr

5425 University Gardens Dr

The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

Parkside Townhomes

Landmark Apartments

Aspen Village Apartment Homes

East Edge
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The Reserve at North River Apartments

The Crimson

Mountain View Apartment Homes

Regal Pointe Apartment Homes

Magnolia Place

Williamsburg East

Winding Creek

Riverbend Residences

Forrester Gardens Apartments
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Water Oak Apartments

Vie at University Downs

Gates at South Bend

Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom

Elements on 30th

Inverness Apartments

Yorktown Commons Luxury Apartments

High Country Apartments

Stone Creek
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Hallmark at Garden Parkway

1521 Kicker Rd

127 Circlewood

2836 1st St E

11489 Jace Ave

2014 14th E St

17645 Wallace Chapel Ln

11368 Crimson Ridge Rd

3315 6th St E
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1311 Royal Oaks Ct

15537 Crimson Rdg Cir

3327 Willow Ridge Ln

3414 Kensington Ct

30 Beverly Heights

626 31st Ave E

865 21st Ave E

Breckenridge Apartments

Crowne Pointe
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Cresent East Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottondale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottondale Studio Apartments | $721 | $495 | $1,485 |
| Cottondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $550 | $1,825 |
| Cottondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $600 | $2,170 |
| Cottondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $789 | $5,180 |
| Cottondale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $639 | $3,600 |
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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 Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom in the University of Alabama neighborhood and is 1,760 square feet priced from $2,100. Elements on 30th in the East Tuscaloosa neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,539 square feet and currently listed start at $2,775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Cottondale:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom | 3BR/3.0BA | 1,760 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Elements on 30th | 3BR/3.5BA | 1,539 Sq Ft | $2,775 |
| Stone Creek | 3 BR 2.5 BA TH | 1,510 Sq Ft | $1,570 |
| Water Oak Apartments | Renovated Emerald | 1,500 Sq Ft | $1,518 |
| Parkside Townhomes | 3 Bed, 3 Bath Unfurnished | 1,412 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| Yorktown Commons Luxury Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 1,323 Sq Ft | $1,590 |
| Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Three Bedroom | 1,255 Sq Ft | $1,245 |
| Winding Creek | Three Bedroom | 1,216 Sq Ft | $1,149 |
| High Country Apartments | 3Bed - 2Bath | 1,115 Sq Ft | $1,169 |
Cheapest Available Cottondale and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Cottondale, AL is the Magnolia Place 3 Beds x 2 bath Model starting from $1,119 at Magnolia Place in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. The second most affordable Cottondale 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom Model at Winding Creek starting at $1,149 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Cottondale is currently $1,460. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Cottondale:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Place | Magnolia Place 3 Beds x 2 bath | $1,119 |
| Winding Creek | Three Bedroom | $1,149 |
| Aspen Village Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Aspen Village | $1,155 |
| High Country Apartments | 3Bed - 2Bath | $1,210 |
| Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Three Bedroom | $1,245 |
| Water Oak Apartments | Renovated Emerald | $1,518 |
| Stone Creek | 3 BR 2.5 BA TH | $1,570 |
| Yorktown Commons Luxury Apartments | 3 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom | 3BR/3.0BA | $2,100 |
| Parkside Townhomes | 3 Bed, 3 Bath Unfurnished | $2,750 |
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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 Magnolia Place listed at $1,119.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Cottondale is $1,460.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Cottondale Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cottondale is a 1,760 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom.
What is the average size for Cottondale 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Cottondale is currently 1,399 sq ft.
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