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826 Winston Rd

1611 5th St S

4210 Swann St

159 Munson Dr
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1 Artillery Dr

10 Estes Dr

9 Findlater Rd

3150 Plateau Dr

2212 Rosemary Ln

2820 Walker St
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11 Artillery Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cottonton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cottonton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $808 | $725 | $900 |
Cottonton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,078 | $795 | $1,700 |
Cottonton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,709 | $1,100 | $2,200 |
Cottonton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonton, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Place Apartments in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood priced from $695. Avalon Apartment - Income Restricted in the South Columbus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottonton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage Place Apartments | The Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Avalon Apartment - Income Restricted | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Spring Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $768 |
Holly Park Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
Lumpkin Park Apartments | Two Bedroom Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonton, AL and Nearby
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonton area is the $0.87 price per square foot Studio Model at The Lofts at Swift Mill in the in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Cottonton apartment is the 3x2 Model at Evangeline Heights Apartments starting at $969 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Lofts at Swift Mill | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.87 |
Evangeline Heights Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
Lumpkin Park Apartments | Two Bedroom Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $0.70 |
The District at Phenix City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
The Grande at Columbus | 2TH | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
1130 5th Ave | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Le Craw On 13th | Linden | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Parkway Place | 2x1-M | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Spring Landing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Avalon Apartment - Income Restricted | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonton
What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonton?
There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Cottonton, AL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $4,000. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonton ranging from $500 to $2,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cottonton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cottonton ranges from $500 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,309.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cottonton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cottonton range from $885 to $3,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $795 to $1,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,140.
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