
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bella Vista Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $800 (37 Rentals)
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Lily Grace South

Courts at Waterford

MAA Hamilton

MAA Heritage Park

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124 Fawn Dr

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Ledford at Hamilton Place

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Hunter's Point

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Vetra at Hamilton Place

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Amberleigh Ridge
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52 Frawley Rd

The Emery

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6920 Northside Dr

Ardmore at Vance

6303 Walden Ave

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1313 Phils Dr
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Parc 1346

7183 Holland Ln

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6876 Beulah Dr
Bella Vista, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bella Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Studio Apartments | $1,114 | $875 | $1,964 |
| Bella Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $899 | $1,585 |
| Bella Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $993 | $2,330 |
| Bella Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,066 | $2,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bella Vista Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available Bella Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bella Vista area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at The Grove at Hickory Valley priced from $875. Lily Grace South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Bella Vista apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove at Hickory Valley | 0x1S | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Lily Grace South | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Courts at Waterford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| MAA Hamilton | The Jasmine | Studio,1BA | $968 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $978 |
| Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment Homes | Cumberland | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Elements of Chattanooga | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Revere at Hamilton Place | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Monarch Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Arden Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bella Vista, TN
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bella Vista area is the $1.25 price per square foot Hamilton Model at Cannondale Court in the in the Marimont neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Bella Vista apartment is the The Sarfino Model at Ashford Villas Apartment Homes starting at $1,793 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Marimont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bella Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cannondale Court | Hamilton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Ashford Villas Apartment Homes | The Sarfino | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Forest Hill Villas Apartment Homes | The Rossa I | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Emery | Two Bedroom | One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Amberleigh Ridge | A2 - The Mica | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Monarch Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Revere at Hamilton Place | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Lily Grace South | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Courts at Waterford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bella Vista Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bella Vista?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bella Vista is at The Grove at Hickory Valley listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bella Vista Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bella Vista Apartment is $899 at Lily Grace South.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bella Vista Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bella Vista is starting from $1,099 at Lily Grace South.
What is the most affordable Bella Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bella Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arden Landing Apartments and starts from $1,399.
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