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The View at Mission Ridge
2400 Westside DrChattanooga, TN 37404
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lake Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (13 Rentals)
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East Ridge Flats and Townhomes
918 Donaldson RdChattanooga, TN 37412
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The Villages at Alton Park
3750 Hughes AveChattanooga, TN 37410
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The Highlands Apartments
2001 S Lyerly StChattanooga, TN 37404
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Montview Apartments
30 Tunnel BlvdChattanooga, TN 37411
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Alton Place Apartments
335 Croll CtChattanooga, TN 37410
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4360 Dorris St
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112 S Seminole Dr
ChattanoogaTN37411
906 Kelley St
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387 Alice Dr
ChattanoogaTN37411
7 Franklin Pl
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East Lake, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lake Studio Apartments | $1,319 | $700 | $1,812 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $700 | $1,379 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $899 | $2,676 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,100 | $2,262 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $1,749 | $3,282 |
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Cheapest Available East Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Lake area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at The View at Mission Ridge priced from $700. The Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View at Mission Ridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| The Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Chateau Royale West | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Foundry Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| East Ridge Flats and Townhomes | The Lookout | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, TN
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.25 price per square foot 826 Terrace St Model at 826 Terrace St, Unit #A in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at The Reserve at Mountain Pass starting at $1,201 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the East Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 826 Terrace St, Unit #A | 826 Terrace St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Reserve at Mountain Pass | 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| The Poplin | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Summit East Ridge | Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Ridgeside Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 2 Bed/1.5 Bath Apartment-Rossville, GA | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| East Ridge Flats and Townhomes | The Lookout | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Oaks at Midtown | Avail Jan 17 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Foundry Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Chateau Royale West | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Lake is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is The View at Mission Ridge which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $2,339.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lake?
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 11 regular apartments in East Lake 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 East Lake?
Cheap apartments in East Lake have an average cost of $311 which is $2,028 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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