Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottonwood Neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA from $400 (7 Rentals)

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The Camellias
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Camellias

1741 Cheatham AveBakersfield, CA 93307
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814 17th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

814 17th St

814 17th StBakersfield, CA 93301
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Brundage Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brundage Arms

929 E Brundage LnBakersfield, CA 93307
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Kristine Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kristine Apartments

2901 Virginia AveBakersfield, CA 93307

Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottonwood area of Bakersfield, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Santa Fe priced from $470. Sycamore Walk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent in Bakersfield, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$470
Sycamore Walk2x12BR,1BA$990
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,064

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, CA

As of February 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.46 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at Santa Fe in the in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood starting from $609. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the City View Model at 17th Place Townhomes starting at $2,280 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Santa Fe4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$0.46
17th Place TownhomesCity View2BR,1.5BA$2.15
1919 Lacey St2 beds 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Camellia Village Apartments3 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.06
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1.46
Sycamore Walk2x12BR,1BA$1.19
Park Sorrento2BD, 1BTH2BR,1BA$2.09
The CueUNIT A11BR,1BA$2.72
Serena Vista Apartments LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83
918 at EastchesterUNIT A41BR,1BA$2.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cottonwood, Bakersfield, CA

Ranked #52

Among neighborhoods in Bakersfield, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Cottonwood Neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

7 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $1,300 at Serena Vista Apartments LLC.

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 $470 at Santa Fe.

What is the most affordable Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Santa Fe and starts from $544.

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