The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Tuscaloosa: Price & Reviews (2026)
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha Tuscaloosa: Price & Reviews
This is a compiled overview built from public listing data on Apartments.com, current as of publication — not a first-hand review. Confirm current terms directly with the leasing office before you tour or sign.
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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha sits at 745 Tamaha Ter NE, about 2.31 miles (roughly a 4-minute drive) from UA’s campus. With 134 published reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, it has one of the largest and most reassuring review samples of any complex in this guide’s series — worth a serious look if lake access and larger group housing (up to 5 bedrooms) fit what you’re searching for.
Ratings Snapshot
| Apartments.com rating | 4.5 / 5 (134 reviews) |
| Distance to UA campus | 2.31 miles (about 4 minutes by car) |
| Unit types | 2-bedroom up to 5-bedroom |
| Leasing style | Individual locking bedrooms; furnished units available |
Pricing & Floor Plans
Listed rent spans from about $770 to $1,255 a month. Floor plans include 2-bedroom/2–2.5-bath units at 1,251 square feet, 3-bedroom/3-bath at 1,359 square feet, 4-bedroom/4–4.5-bath at 1,642–1,703 square feet, and 5-bedroom/5-bath units at 2,166 square feet — among the largest group-housing options covered in this guide.
Amenities
- 01Fitness center, pool, and lake access
- 02Basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts
- 03Media center/movie theater and tanning salon
- 04Individual locking bedrooms with furnished options
- 05Shuttle service to campus
- 06Granite countertops and walk-in closets
Pet-friendly for dogs up to 75 lbs and cats, with a $350 one-time fee plus $50/month pet rent.
Before You Sign
- 01The strong, large review sample is a good sign — still tour in person and confirm current shuttle schedules if you’ll rely on it.
- 02If you’re weighing by-the-bed style leasing, see our roommate matching guide.
- 03Get all fees, including pet fees, in writing before you sign.
- 04Photograph your unit’s condition at move-in, per our security deposit guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
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As founder of TuscaloosaStudentHousing.com, he combines that local knowledge with hands-on research of the Tuscaloosa rental market to publish practical, honest guides for University of Alabama students living off campus.
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