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Cottonwood, AL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Camellia Commonsone bed1BR,1BA$642
Forest Haven Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Abbey Oaks ApartmentsThe Willow 2/1 Townhouse2BR,1BA$730
Oates Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$804
Virginia Terrace2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AL and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 x 2 Renovated Model at The Tarragon Apartments in the starting from $1,339. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 2 bd Deluxe Garden Model at Colony Square Apartments starting at $880 with a $0.73 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Tarragon Apartments3 x 2 Renovated3BR,2BA$0.91
Colony Square Apartments2 bd Deluxe Garden2BR,1BA$0.73
Sweetwater Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.91
Summer Court Townhomes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Summerwood Apartment Homes2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATHROOM TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$0.86
Oates Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.84
Highlands Trail Apartments1br/1ba1BR,1BA$1.01
Abbey Oaks ApartmentsThe Chestnut 2/1 Apartment2BR,1BA$0.81
Camellia Commonsone bed (suite)1BR,1BA$0.88
Forest Haven Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonwood?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AL with pricing that ranges from $335 to $2,157. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonwood ranging from $775 to $2,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cottonwood?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cottonwood ranges from $775 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,647.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cottonwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cottonwood range from $755 to $2,157, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $921.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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