
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood Shores, TX from $400 (43 Rentals)
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The Vistas Apartments

Park Ridge Apartments

The Chloe Leander

The Conley

Towne Park in Kingsland

San Gabriel Crossing

207 Hi Cir N, Unit 114A
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407 Green Leaf

Kingsland Trails

Lakeline Apartments

Horseshoe Apartments

Merritt Legacy

Casagave At Larkspur

Avalon Hill Country

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Vista Bella

Travis at the Lake

Camden Leander

The Standard at Leander Station
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Berkshire Lakeway

Gramercy at Northline

Residences At Panther Hollow

Tacara Steiner Ranch

Estates at Bee Cave

The Springs

River Junction

Prose Thunder Rock
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400 Green Leaf

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Falconhead

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1008 Clayton Nolen Dr
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300 Poker Chip
Cottonwood Shores, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cottonwood Shores Studio Apartments | $1,394 | $880 | $2,161 |
| Cheap Cottonwood Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $486 | $2,750 |
| Cheap Cottonwood Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,164 | $884 | $4,099 |
| Cheap Cottonwood Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,016 | $4,950 |
| Cheap Cottonwood Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,638 | $1,499 | $3,223 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonwood Shores, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Vistas Apartments priced from $486. The Chloe Leander in the The Fairways At Crystal Falls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. 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 |
| The Chloe Leander | S2 | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Towne Park in Kingsland | 2BR/2BA - 50% & 60% | 2BR,2BA | $908 |
| 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 Southbrook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Hermosa Village Apartments | A3U | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| San Gabriel Crossing | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood Shores, TX
As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood Shores area is the $1.22 price per square foot The Extravaganza Model at Merritt Legacy in the in the The Fairways At Crystal Falls neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Cottonwood Shores apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Springs starting at $1,550 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Far West Hays 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Legacy | The Extravaganza | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Springs | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| The Powell | GH - B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| 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 |
| The Conley | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Lakeline Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCottonwood Shores, TX
Ranked #324
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Cottonwood Shores, TX
Walk Score®
23 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
17 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $880.
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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