
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood Shores, TX from $400 (36 Rentals)
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1001 Pecan Valley Dr

Park Ridge Apartments

Merritt Legacy

Towne Park in Kingsland

San Gabriel Crossing

The Chloe Leander

207 Hi Cir N, Unit 114A

407 Green Leaf
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Kingsland Trails

Lakeline Apartments

The Conley

Highland Oaks 55+ Community

Broadstone Bryson

FLATZ 830

The Southbrook

The Standard at Leander Station

Casagave At Larkspur
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Two Rivers Townhomes

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Berkshire Lakeway

Travis at the Lake

Camden Leander

Vista Bella

Residences At Panther Hollow

Tacara Steiner Ranch

Gramercy at Northline
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Estates at Bee Cave

The Springs

Prose Thunder Rock

The Hudson on Lake Travis (WATERFRONT!)

300 Poker Chip
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Cottonwood Shores, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Shores Studio Apartments | $1,413 | $955 | $2,161 |
| Cottonwood Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $486 | $10,000+ |
| Cottonwood Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,144 | $884 | $4,099 |
| Cottonwood Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,016 | $4,950 |
| Cottonwood Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $1,745 | $3,415 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Shores Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonwood Shores, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Vistas Apartments priced from $486. Merritt Legacy in the The Fairways At Crystal Falls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottonwood Shores apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vistas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
| Merritt Legacy | The Windfall | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Towne Park in Kingsland | 2BR/2BA - 50% & 60% | 2BR,2BA | $908 |
| The Chloe Leander | S2 | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Horseshoe Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $999 |
| Lakeline Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Broadstone Bryson | A0.2 | Studio,1BA | $1,044 |
| FLATZ 830 | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Standard at Leander Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| The Southbrook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood Shores, TX and Nearby
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood Shores area is the $1.53 price per square foot A2 Model at Escalon Townhomes in the in the Paloma Lake neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Cottonwood Shores apartment is the The Extravaganza Model at Merritt Legacy starting at $1,700 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the The Fairways At Crystal Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escalon Townhomes | A2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Merritt Legacy | The Extravaganza | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Springs | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Highland Oaks 55+ Community | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Creek View Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Vistas Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| San Gabriel Crossing | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Towne Park in Kingsland | 2BR/2BA - 50% & 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Horseshoe Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Lakeline Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Shores Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottonwood Shores?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottonwood Shores is at The Chloe Leander listed at $955.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Shores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Shores Apartment is $486 at The Vistas Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottonwood Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood Shores is starting from $908 at Towne Park in Kingsland.
What is the most affordable Cottonwood Shores Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Shores Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at San Gabriel Crossing and starts from $1,200.
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