
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AL from $300 (47 Rentals)
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Brookdale Apartments

Camellia Commons

Forest Haven Apartments

Wuergler Village

Azalea Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

Colony Square Apartments

ArborGate Estates
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Carriage House Apartments

Blakely Commons

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Barstone

Summer Tree Apartments

Rock Creek

Platform Dothan

Grove at Westgate- NEWLY RENOVATED

Hatton House Apartments

Fox Run Dothan
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Summerwood Apartment Homes

2929 Spring St

Highlands Trail Apartments

Andrews Place Apartments

Sweetwater Apartments

Fieldcrest

The Gardens

Summer Court Townhomes

3626 US-90
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500 Morgan St

Abbey Oaks Apartments

Virginia Terrace

1004 Duke St

Old Town Square Apartments

2807 Bertram St

1311 Plum Cir

Deerwood Apartments

709 Melody Ln
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1720 Bruner Rd

Oates Estates Apartments

2972 Dickson St

2955 N Caledonia St

4414 Kelson Ave

3123 Camp Rd

102 Woodleigh Rd

1985 Seay Rd

2680 Wynn Rd
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2992 Jefferson St

310 W Lafayette 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 | $982 | $335 | $1,725 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $365 | $1,775 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $735 | $1,884 |
| Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $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 | $705 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Carriage House Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| ArborGate Estates | A2 Silver | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Oates Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Platform Dothan | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Grove at Westgate- NEWLY RENOVATED | 1BD/1BA - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AL and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.94 price per square foot Sugarberry Model at Fieldcrest in the starting from $1,085. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Summer Court Townhomes starting at $999 with a $0.91 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fieldcrest | Sugarberry | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Summer Court Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Summerwood Apartment Homes | 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.84 |
| Azalea Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| Summer Tree Apartments | 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Rock Creek | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Oates Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Highlands Trail Apartments | 1br/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 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 $735.
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