Cheap Homes for Rent in East Chattanooga Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (26 Rentals)

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East Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Chattanooga Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Chattanooga area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at Lily Grace North priced from $675. City View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $748. Here are the most affordable East Chattanooga apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lily Grace NorthStudioStudio,1BA$675
City View ApartmentsMagnolia1BR,1BA$748
River Hills FlatsThe Creekside FlatStudio,1BA$799
River City North2x22BR,2BA$940
Park Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$972
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$1,083
Ridgeside Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,089
404 Homes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,146
The Shoals at Chickamauga LakeA21BR,1BA$1,159
Haven Cross CreekA11BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chattanooga, TN

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Chattanooga area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Firefly in the in the East Chattanooga neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value East Chattanooga apartment is the 2x2 Model at River City North starting at $1,162 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the East Chattanooga neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Chattanooga apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Firefly3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.22
River City North2x22BR,2BA$1.17
Ridgeside Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
The Shoals at Chickamauga LakeA21BR,1BA$1.29
Haven Cross CreekA21BR,1BA$1.76
404 Homes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.52
Park Village ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
City View ApartmentsMagnolia1BR,1BA$1.09
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1.65
River Hills FlatsThe Creekside FlatStudio ,1BA$1.78

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East Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Chattanooga

What type of rentals are currently available in East Chattanooga?

There are currently 99 Apartments for Rent in East Chattanooga, TN with pricing that ranges from $675 to $5,868. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Chattanooga ranging from $500 to $3,600.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Chattanooga ranges from $500 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,922.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Chattanooga range from $945 to $3,587, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,199 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,395 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,250.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chattanooga, TN

Written by: Catrina Cowart

Hi, I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chattanooga. Today, I'd love to talk to you about a gem of a city: Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.