Cotton Bayou
1151 Cotton Ave,
Birmingham,
AL
35211
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Built in 1953
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6 units/1 story
About Cotton Bayou
Explore a new place to live at Cotton Bayou. This apartment community is located on Cotton Ave in the 35211 area of Birmingham. Be sure to check out the apartment floorplan options. The leasing staff is ready for you to visit. Contact us or drop by to talk about leasing your new apartment and find your new place at Cotton Bayou.
Cotton Bayou is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35211 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Birmingham City School District attendance zone.
1151 Cotton Ave,
Birmingham,
AL
35211
Just a few minutes west of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Arlington-West End is a cozy neighborhood with fast access to campus. But this neighborhood isn’t only popular with students. With its long history, affordability, and easy access to Downtown Birmingham, Arlington-West End provides a terrific option for a variety of residents. It is home to one of the area’s largest employers, the Princeton Baptist Medical Center – also the site of the weekly farmers market.
Residents of Arlington-West End enjoy gardening at the West End Community Garden, which also hosts special events and classes. The neighborhood has an extensive historic district and is home to the Arlington Antebellum House, built around 1840 by one of the city founders, Judge William Mudd. This walkable neighborhood is convenient to McWane Science Center, the Birmingham Museum of Art, and Birmingham-Southern College.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Arlington-West End | Birmingham, AL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $610 | $993 |
| 1 Bedroom | $544 | $1,184 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $768 | $1,308 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $900 | $1,592 |
Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.1 mi |
Cotton Bayou is within 5 minutes or 2.4 miles from Birmingham Southern College. It is also near Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham and Virginia College, Birmingham.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
336 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
358 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
826 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
71 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Walkability Near Cotton Bayou
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Does Cotton Bayou have in-unit laundry?
Cotton Bayou does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at Cotton Bayou?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at Cotton Bayou?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is Cotton Bayou pet-friendly?
Cotton Bayou does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does Cotton Bayou have move-in specials?
Cotton Bayou is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Cotton Bayou offer Matterport 3D tours?
While Cotton Bayou does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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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.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
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