
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AL from $300 (43 Rentals)
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Brookdale Apartments

Camellia Commons

Forest Haven Apartments

Wuergler Village

Azalea Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

Colony Square Apartments
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ArborGate Estates

Carriage House Apartments

Blakely Commons

Fieldcrest

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Barstone

Summer Tree Apartments

Rock Creek

Platform Dothan
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Grove at Westgate- NEWLY RENOVATED

Hatton House Apartments

Fox Run Dothan

Summerwood Apartment Homes

2929 Spring St

Highlands Trail Apartments

Andrews Place Apartments
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Sweetwater Apartments

The Gardens

Summer Court Townhomes

607 E Newton St

2133 Buckhead Ave

Abbey Oaks Apartments

709 Melody Ln

Virginia Terrace
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Old Town Square Apartments

Deerwood Apartments

137 Brian Ct

Oates Estates Apartments

713 Westmead St

16 Somerset Pkwy

200 Naomi Dr

310 W Lafayette St
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10278 George H Grimsley Hwy

306 Mustang Dr

1300 Judson St
Cottonwood, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,005 | $335 | $1,470 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $365 | $1,626 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $755 | $1,979 |
| Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $910 | $1,627 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonwood, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Camellia Commons priced from $642. Forest Haven Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camellia Commons | one bed | 1BR,1BA | $642 |
| Forest Haven Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Wuergler Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Azalea Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| ArborGate Estates | A1 Silver | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| Oates Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Platform Dothan | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Town Terrace | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Grove at Westgate- NEWLY RENOVATED | 1BD/1BA - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AL and Nearby
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3br/2ba Model at Highlands Trail Apartments in the starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Renovated Model at Barstone starting at $1,245 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Trail Apartments | 3br/2ba | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Barstone | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Summerwood Apartment Homes | 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.84 |
| Azalea Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| Summer Tree Apartments | 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Rock Creek | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Oates Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Carriage House Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Camellia Commons | one bed (suite) | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Forest Haven Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $642 at Camellia Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood is starting from $685 at Camellia Commons.
What is the most affordable Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Azalea Apartments and starts from $775.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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