Cheap Homes for Rent in Bristol, TN from $795 (9 Rentals)

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property at 321 Emerald Dr
$1,100

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Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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321 Emerald Dr

BristolVA24201

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property at 202 Oakcrest Cir
$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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202 Oakcrest Cir

BristolVA24201
property at 615 Carolina Ave
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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Furnished

615 Carolina Ave, Unit B5

615 Carolina Ave
BristolTN37620
property at 156 Berrywood Ln
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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156 Berrywood Ln

BristolVA24201

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property at 146 Berrywood Ln
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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146 Berrywood Ln

BristolVA24201

Bristol, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bristol, TN

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bristol, TN area range in price from $675 to $4,982 with an overall median price of $1,229. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bristol Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outer Bristol$1,229$67525

Cheapest Available Bristol Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bristol, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Century Square Apartments in the Outer Bristol neighborhood priced from $750. Holston View in the Outer Bristol neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bristol apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Century Square ApartmentsCentury 1B 1B Small1BR,1BA$750
Holston View1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$925
Bristol Square2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,219

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bristol, TN

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bristol area is the $1.52 price per square foot Unfurnished Model at The Victor Lofts in the in the Outer Bristol neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bristol apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Shelby Heights starting at $1,300 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Outer Bristol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bristol apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Victor LoftsUnfurnished2BR,2BA$1.52
Shelby HeightsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.07
Bristol View Townhomes2 BR, 2.5 BA2BR,2.5BA$1.39
2356 Volunteer Pky, Unit A52356 Volunteer Pky2BR,1.5BA$1.07
109 Amhurst Ln, Unit 1109 Amhurst Ln2BR,1BA$1.67
The Bungalow1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.67
Bristol Square2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.58
166 18th St, Unit 101166 18th St2BR,1BA$1.47
Holston View1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.53
Century Square ApartmentsCentury 1B 1B Small1BR,1BA$2.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bristol

What type of rentals are currently available in Bristol?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Bristol, TN with pricing that ranges from $675 to $4,982. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bristol ranging from $795 to $3,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bristol?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bristol ranges from $795 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,817.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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