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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 (22 Rentals)
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4108 10th Ave
ChattanoogaTN37407
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4117 Fagan St
ChattanoogaTN37410
4118 Fagan St
ChattanoogaTN37410
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$799 - $1,2991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 12
East Ridge Flats and Townhomes
918 Donaldson RdChattanooga, TN 37412
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2609 14th Ave
ChattanoogaTN37407
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3302 Pinewood Ave
ChattanoogaTN37411
2609 14th Ave
ChattanoogaTN37407
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1903 Bennett Ave
ChattanoogaTN37404
112 S Seminole Dr
ChattanoogaTN37411
387 Alice Dr
ChattanoogaTN37411
47 Bryan Ln
RossvilleGA30741
900 Carline Rd
RossvilleGA30741
22-28-28 Topper Ln
RossvilleGA30741
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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 | $1,138 | $700 | $1,575 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $899 | $3,015 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,200 | $2,513 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,313 | $1,699 | $5,017 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Lake Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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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. Sterling Heights Apartments by Callio Properties has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. 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 |
| Sterling Heights Apartments by Callio Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, TN
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.01 price per square foot Spruce Model at Summit East Ridge in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,260. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at The Reserve at Mountain Pass starting at $1,642 with a $1.52 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit East Ridge | Spruce | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| The Reserve at Mountain Pass | 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| The Poplin | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland Park | Second | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Ridgeside Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Burnside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Foundry Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Sterling Heights Apartments by Callio Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Chateau Royale West | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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 $1,260.
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 $915, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $3,125.
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 9 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 $146 which is $2,979 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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