Cottondale vs Forest Lake

Tuscaloosa, AL Neighborhood Comparison

Cottondale and Forest Lake cost about the same: $235k vs $241k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Cottondale
$235k median
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Neighborhood B
Forest Lake
$241k median
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Cottondale
Metric
Forest Lake
$235k
←
Median Price
$241k
7/10
→
School Rating
8/10
Cottondale
Median Price
98%
School Rating
88%
Forest Lake
Median Price
100%
School Rating
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottondale or Forest Lake more expensive?

Cottondale has a median home price of $235k and Forest Lake is $241k. Cottondale is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Cottondale or Forest Lake?

Cottondale has a school rating of 7/10 and Forest Lake rates 8/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Cottondale has no Walk Score on file. Forest Lake has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.