
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AZ from $600 (36 Rentals)
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801 N 6th St, Unit 1

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2495 S Mountain View Dr

801 N 6th St, Unit 7

4224 Canyon Trail

4295 Canyon Trail

101 W Pinal St

Courtside Apartments

905 N 2nd St
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Sagewood Apartments

333 N 16th St

985 E Mingus Ave

Clifford

The Place At Forest Ridge

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Woodlands Village Apartments

University Square Apartments

Prescott Lakes
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Prescott View Apartments

The Crossings at Windsong

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Millpond Village Apartments

Homestead Talking Glass

2051 Apartments

Terraces at Glassford Hill

Tapestry at Granville

Woodcrest

Paramount of Prescott
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3990 E Yuma Dr

4360 E Waldron Rd

Parkway Apartments

142 Maryvale Dr

599 Main St

Sedona Resort Apartments

499 S 2nd St

1855 N Badger Ln

Granite Mountain
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Cottonwood, AZ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cottonwood Studio Apartments | $1,481 | $899 | $1,910 |
| Cheap Cottonwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $850 | $2,949 |
| Cheap Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,020 | $3,307 |
| Cheap Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,252 | $930 | $3,622 |
| Cheap Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $961 | $859 | $1,050 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonwood, AZ is a Studio unit found at Clifford in the Central Mesa neighborhood priced from $899. Mountain View Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $955. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford | S1 | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Mountain View Villa Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Sagewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| The Place At Forest Ridge | Tonto | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Woodlands Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| University Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Prescott View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Highland Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, AZ
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.60 price per square foot Four Bedroom Four Bath (by-the-bed) Model at Wavertree Apartments in the in the La Plaza Vieja neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the Chestnut Model at Homestead Talking Glass starting at $1,950 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Diamond Valley neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wavertree Apartments | Four Bedroom Four Bath (by-the-bed) | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| Homestead Talking Glass | Chestnut | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Winfield at the Ranch | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Ridge at Clear Creek | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Aspen Leaf | 2 x 2 (860 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| 4100 E Mission Ln, Unit D | 4100 E Mission Ln | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Terraces at Glassford Hill | Prickly Pear | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Flats at Jasper | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 2495 S Mountain View Dr | 2495 S Mountain View Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Mountain View Villa Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
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Best Local Schools in Cottonwood, AZ
Mingus Union High School
Cottonwood Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottonwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottonwood is at Clifford listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $999 at Clifford.
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 $1,362 at Clifford.
What is the most affordable Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terraces at Glassford Hill and starts from $1,910.
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