
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Hills Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Santa Fe at Cottonwood Apartments

Royal Farms

Boulder Hollow

8240 S Marion View Cir, Unit 3 - Upstairs North Bedroom

Candlestick Lane

Springs of Country Woods

Liberty Heights
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Chadds Ford

9483 S Buttonwood Dr, Unit Unit 4 - Basement Apartment

Southgate

8379 Sycamore Tree Cove, Unit Private Bed and Bath

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Cottonwood Hills, Salt Lake City, UT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Hills Studio Apartments | $1,255 | $999 | $1,791 |
| Cottonwood Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $700 | $2,822 |
| Cottonwood Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,188 | $3,298 |
| Cottonwood Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,450 | $4,740 |
| Cottonwood Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,406 | $2,365 | $2,469 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cottonwood Hills Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwood Hills area of Salt Lake City, UT is a Studio unit found at Candlestick Lane priced from $999. Santa Fe at Cottonwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood Hills apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlestick Lane | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Santa Fe at Cottonwood Apartments | Coronado (Income Restricted)* | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Springs of Country Woods | Trenton B | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| Liberty Heights | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Royal Farms | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood Hills, UT
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood Hills area is the $0.94 price per square foot 676 E Howard Dr Model at 676 E Howard Dr, Unit Basement Apartment in the in the Carmel Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Cottonwood Hills apartment is the Snowbird Model at Lofts at Fort Union starting at $2,299 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Carmel Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 676 E Howard Dr, Unit Basement Apartment | 676 E Howard Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Lofts at Fort Union | Snowbird | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Boulder Hollow | Sapphire | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 1391 E McCormick Way, Unit Basement MIL | 1391 E McCormick Way | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Rockledge at Quarry Bend | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 8705 S Altair Drive, Unit 8705 | 8705 S Altair Drive | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Canyon Heights | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Royal Farms | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Santa Fe at Cottonwood Apartments | San Carlos | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Spring | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottonwood Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottonwood Hills is at Candlestick Lane listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Hills Apartment is $1,030 at Santa Fe at Cottonwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottonwood Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood Hills is starting from $1,188 at Santa Fe at Cottonwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cottonwood Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rockledge at Quarry Bend and starts from $1,737.
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