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Cottonton, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cottonton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonton, AL is a Studio unit found at 1130 5th Ave in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood priced from $600. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1130 5th AvestudioStudio,1BA$600
Avalon Apartment - Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Spring LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$768
Holly Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$785
Overlook at Midtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonton, AL and Nearby

As of May 10, 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 Townhouse 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom L Model at Harmony Apartments at Columbus starting at $1,055 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the East Wynnton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Swift MillStudioStudio ,1BA$0.87
Harmony Apartments at ColumbusTownhouse 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom L2BR,1.5BA$0.85
Lumpkin Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Floor Plan2BR,2BA$0.70
NorthcreekThe Oaks2BR,1.5BA$0.84
Evangeline Heights Apartments2x22BR,2BA$0.77
The District at Phenix City1 Bedroom1BR,1.5BA$1.04
Overlook at Midtown Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89
Parkway Place2x12BR,1BA$1.07
Spring LandingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
Avalon Apartment - Income RestrictedOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonton

What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonton?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Cottonton, AL with pricing that ranges from $480 to $4,000. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonton ranging from $500 to $2,600.

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 $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,258.

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 $850 to $1,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,140.

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