
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carter County, TN from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Axis on Roan

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Carter County, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carter County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carter County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $850 | $1,715 |
| Carter County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $1,000 | $1,655 |
| Carter County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $1,309 | $2,175 |
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Cheapest Available Carter County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carter County, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Axis on Roan priced from $850. River View Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $929. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carter County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| River View Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Second Level | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Sterling Hills | Garden_First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Doe Ridge Apartments | 2BR/2BA 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carter County, TN
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carter County area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2BR/2BA 60% Model at Doe Ridge Apartments in the in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Carter County apartment is the 1 Bedroom Second Level Model at River View Townhomes starting at $929 with a $1.37 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carter County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doe Ridge Apartments | 2BR/2BA 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| River View Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Second Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Sterling Hills | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carter County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carter County?
The cheapest apartment in Carter County is Axis on Roan which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Carter County costs $1,642.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carter County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Carter County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Carter County?
Cheap apartments in Carter County have an average cost of $224 which is $1,418 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carter County.
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