Cottonwood Creek — Frequently Asked Questions
If you're searching for apartments in St. Joseph, MO, finding the right community starts with understanding the floor plans, apartment features, amenities, pet policies, and location.
Cottonwood Creek is located at 3601 Gene Field Road in St. Joseph, Missouri. The community offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, with current floor plans listed at 700, 900, and 1,125 square feet respectively.
Cottonwood Creek is also part of the Highlands Vista Group portfolio. HVG lists the community as a 385-unit community acquired in September 2025.
Here are answers to frequently asked questions about Cottonwood Creek and apartment living in St. Joseph.
1. Where is Cottonwood Creek located?
Cottonwood Creek is located at 3601 Gene Field Road, St. Joseph, MO 64506.
The community's published phone number is 816-364-2421.
2. What types of apartments are available at Cottonwood Creek?
Cottonwood Creek offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments.
3. How large are the Cottonwood Creek apartments?
The current floor-plan page lists:
- One bedroom: 700 square feet
- Two bedrooms: 900 square feet
- Three bedrooms: 1,125 square feet
The community's eBrochure also lists the three-bedroom floor plan at 1,125 to 1,200 square feet, so renters should verify the specific home and current floor-plan information with the leasing team.
4. Does Cottonwood Creek offer one-bedroom apartments?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek offers a one-bedroom, one-bathroom floor plan listed at 700 square feet.
5. Does Cottonwood Creek offer two-bedroom apartments?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek offers a two-bedroom, two-bathroom floor plan listed at 900 square feet.
6. Does Cottonwood Creek offer three-bedroom apartments?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek offers a three-bedroom, two-bathroom floor plan. The current floor-plan page lists it at 1,125 square feet.
7. What apartment features does Cottonwood Creek offer?
The community currently lists the following apartment features:
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Central heating and air conditioning
- Ample closet space
- Patio or balcony
- Vinyl flooring
- Carpeting
- Freezer
- Upgraded apartments
- Washer/dryer connections in select apartments
- ADA homes available
8. Does Cottonwood Creek have a swimming pool?
Yes. A pool is listed among the community amenities. The community's website describes it as a sparkling swimming pool.
9. Does Cottonwood Creek have a fitness center?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek has a fitness center.
10. Does Cottonwood Creek have a clubhouse?
Yes. A clubhouse is listed among the community amenities.
11. Does Cottonwood Creek have a playground?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek has a playground.
12. Does Cottonwood Creek have a basketball court?
Yes. A basketball court is listed among the community amenities.
13. Is Cottonwood Creek pet friendly?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek is a pet-friendly community.
The published pet policy states:
- Dogs are allowed
- Maximum of two pets per apartment
- Aggressive-breed restrictions apply
- $25 monthly pet rent
- $300 one-time pet fee
Because pet policies can change, prospective residents should confirm the current requirements with the leasing office.
14. Does Cottonwood Creek have laundry facilities?
Yes. Laundry facilities are available on site.
The community also lists washer/dryer connections in select apartments.
15. Do Cottonwood Creek apartments have patios or balconies?
Yes. Patios or balconies are listed among the apartment features.
16. Do Cottonwood Creek apartments have dishwashers?
Yes. Dishwashers are listed among the apartment features.
17. Do Cottonwood Creek apartments have central heating and air conditioning?
Yes. Central heating and air conditioning are listed among the apartment features.
18. Does Cottonwood Creek offer ADA homes?
Yes. The community's published amenities page states that ADA homes are available. Prospective residents should contact the leasing office for current availability and details.
19. Is Cottonwood Creek close to shopping and dining?
The Cottonwood Creek website states that the community is located minutes from shopping, dining, and parks. It specifically identifies East Hills Mall as a nearby shopping destination.
20. What parks and recreational destinations are near Cottonwood Creek?
The community website identifies The Remington Nature Center and Krug Park among nearby destinations.
21. Is Cottonwood Creek close to I-29?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek's website states that the community has a convenient location just minutes from I-29.
22. What should I consider when searching for apartments in St. Joseph, MO?
When comparing apartments in St. Joseph, consider:
- Number of bedrooms
- Apartment size
- Floor-plan layout
- Storage
- Kitchen appliances
- Laundry options
- Heating and air conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Pet policies
- Community amenities
- Parking
- Location
- Accessibility features
Cottonwood Creek offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom options along with a range of apartment and community amenities.
23. Are there other HVG apartment communities I can explore?
Yes. Cottonwood Creek is part of the Highlands Vista Group portfolio, which currently lists 59 properties in 16 states.
For renters researching other HVG communities, the following 11 provide additional places to explore:
- apartments in Omaha, NE — Cambury Hills — Omaha, Nebraska
- apartments in Lincoln, NE — Waterbrook — Lincoln, Nebraska
- apartments in Independence, MO — Market 1900 — Independence, Missouri
- apartments in Montgomery, AL — Zelda Pointe — Montgomery, Alabama
- apartments in Auburn, AL — Auburn Flats — Auburn, Alabama
- apartments in Mobile, AL — Southern Oaks — Mobile, Alabama
- apartments in Jackson, MS — Hampton House — Jackson, Mississippi
- apartments in Flowood, MS — Lakeland East — Flowood, Mississippi
- apartments in Prattville, AL — Point at Fairview — Prattville, Alabama
- apartments in Montgomery, AL — Park at Meadow Ridge — Montgomery, Alabama
- apartments in Montgomery, AL — Stratford Village — Montgomery, Alabama
HVG's current portfolio page confirms these communities as part of its current investment portfolio.
24. How do I choose the right Cottonwood Creek floor plan?
Start with the number of bedrooms and amount of space you need.
Cottonwood Creek currently offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. The listed sizes are 700, 900, and 1,125 square feet respectively on the current floor-plan page.
Consider your household size, storage needs, furniture, work-from-home requirements, and how you plan to use the additional bedrooms before selecting a floor plan.
25. How can I learn more about Cottonwood Creek?
Visit LivingAtCottonwoodCreek.com to explore floor plans, amenities, photos, contact information, and current availability.
Cottonwood Creek is located at 3601 Gene Field Road, St. Joseph, MO 64506. The community lists office hours as Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM, and Sunday closed.