
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cottonwood, CA from $900 (6 Rentals)
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20480 River Valley Dr

1300 West St
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3980 Churn Crk Rd

6200 Stainless Way

1710 Bruce St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cottonwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,433 | $995 | $1,925 |
Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,097 | $1,350 | $2,600 |
Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,533 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonwood, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2172 West St priced from $1,000. The Grand Complex in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2172 West St | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
The Grand Complex | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Grove | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $1.57 price per square foot Three Bed One Bath Model at Response Property Management in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the Two Bedroom One ½ Bath Townhome- Model at Foothill Manor Townhomes starting at $1,695 with a $1.66 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. |
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Response Property Management | Three Bed One Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Foothill Manor Townhomes | Two Bedroom One ½ Bath Townhome- | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
Aspen Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
Lakeview Apartments | Majestic Terrace | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Sterling Oaks Luxury Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Cabernet Apartments | Sono | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Senator Conness Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Villa Risa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
The Grove | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
2172 West St | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Cottonwood?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $4,000. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottonwood ranging from $900 to $3,000.
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 $900 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,685.
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 $1,209 to $2,555, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.
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