Cheap Homes for Rent in East Brainerd Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $600 (13 Rentals)

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property at 6212 Walden Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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6212 Walden Ave, Unit Apt A

6212 Walden Ave
ChattanoogaTN37421

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property at 1438 Vance Rd

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1438 Vance Rd, Unit C-1

1438 Vance Rd
ChattanoogaTN37421

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East Brainerd, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Brainerd Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Brainerd area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at MAA Hamilton priced from $863. Lily Grace South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East Brainerd apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MAA HamiltonThe HibiscusStudio,1BA$863
Lily Grace South1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
Park Ridge ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$924
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$925
Courts at Waterford1x11BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Brainerd, TN

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Brainerd 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 East Brainerd apartment is the Three bedroom Model at Parc 1346 starting at $1,703 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Marimont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Brainerd apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cannondale CourtHamilton3BR,2.5BA$1.25
Parc 1346Three bedroom3BR,2BA$1.22
The Collection WiltshireEberly3BR,2.5BA$1.38
Hawthorne at the CrestBluff2BR,2BA$1.37
Scenic Ridge2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$1.03
Hamilton VillasThe Ashford2BR,2BA$1.45
The Jewel Summit Pointe2 BR/2 BA2BR,2BA$1.37
Amberleigh RidgeB2 - The Topaz2BR,2BA$1.31
MAA Heritage ParkThe Willow2BR,2BA$1.20
Dogwood Place2 bed, 1 Bath 60%2BR,1BA$1.12

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Brainerd, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #15

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Brainerd

What type of rentals are currently available in East Brainerd?

There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in East Brainerd, TN with pricing that ranges from $799 to $4,700. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Brainerd ranging from $695 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Brainerd?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Brainerd ranges from $695 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,827.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Brainerd?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Brainerd range from $1,096 to $3,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,700.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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