
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Cottonwood, AL from $300 (41 Rentals)
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Brookdale Apartments

Camellia Commons

Forest Haven Apartments

Wuergler Village

Azalea Apartments

Meadow Ridge Apartments

ArborGate Estates
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Colony Square Apartments

Carriage House Apartments

Fieldcrest

Blakely Commons

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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

Andrews Place Apartments

Sweetwater Apartments
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Highlands Trail Apartments

The Gardens

Summer Court Townhomes

607 E Newton St

2133 Buckhead Ave

4454 Broad St

711 S Range St

715 S Range St
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Abbey Oaks Apartments

Virginia Terrace

1004 Duke St

Old Town Square Apartments

Deerwood Apartments

Oates Estates Apartments

16 Somerset Pkwy

1311 Plum Cir
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35 Clara 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 | $1,034 | $335 | $1,525 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $365 | $1,675 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $755 | $1,979 |
| Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $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 |
| Azalea Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Meadow Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| ArborGate Estates | A2 Silver | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Rock Creek | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 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 July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.82 price per square foot 3 x 2 Model at The Tarragon Apartments in the starting from $1,209. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 3br/2ba Model at Highlands Trail Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $0.88 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tarragon Apartments | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| 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 Court Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
