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1515 Kicker Rd

4504 20th St NE

314 26th Ave E

4308 Vassie Dr

4529 1st NE Pl

2211 Lavera Dr

4424 30th Ave E

2410 Bear Creek Rd

143 Circlewood
Cottondale, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cottondale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cottondale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,268 | $1,025 | $1,450 |
Cottondale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,543 | $1,075 | $1,900 |
Cottondale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,420 | $1,825 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Cottondale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottondale, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments in the West Tuscaloosa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottondale apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottondale, AL and Nearby
As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottondale area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Tech Model at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Cottondale apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Aspen Village Mount... Model at Aspen Village Apartment Homes starting at $1,080 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottondale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Tech | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Aspen Village Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Aspen Village Mount... | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
Sun Valley Apartments | 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
2800 McFarland | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
High Country Apartments | 2Bed - 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Winding Creek | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
French Quarter Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Valley Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottondale
What type of rentals are currently available in Cottondale?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Cottondale, AL with pricing that ranges from $495 to $5,017. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottondale ranging from $1,000 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cottondale?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cottondale ranges from $1,000 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,657.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cottondale?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cottondale range from $859 to $4,914, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,075 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,825 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $765.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.