4108 10th Ave
ChattanoogaTN37407
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Lake Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (32 Rentals)
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915 S Seminole Dr
ChattanoogaTN37412
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4504 13th Ave
ChattanoogaTN37407
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from $8951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chateau Royale West
25 S Germantown RdChattanooga, TN 37411
1 Clearview Ave
ChattanoogaTN37404
2502 Chamberlain Ave.
ChattanoogaTN37404
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from $9201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Home Place Apartments
913 State Line RdChattanooga, TN 37412
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from $8991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
East Ridge Flats and Townhomes
918 Donaldson RdChattanooga, TN 37412
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from $9501 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1
322 Vista Dr, Unit 322 Vista A
322 Vista DrChattanooga, TN 37411
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from $9751 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1
2412 E 14th St, Unit 2
2412 E 14th StChattanooga, TN 37404
3336 Pinewood Ave
ChattanoogaTN37411
3405 Maple Creek Ln
ChattanoogaTN37411
706 Dunlap Ave
ChattanoogaTN37412
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from $9991 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Veranda at the Ridge
1408C Mana LnChattanooga, TN 37412
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from $9501 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 5
Sweetbay Apartments
3623 Fountain AveEast Ridge, TN 37412
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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 | $1,525 | $1,105 | $1,812 |
| East Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $750 | $1,650 |
| East Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $815 | $2,930 |
| East Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,261 | $3,300 |
| East Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $1,490 | $6,760 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Chateau Royale West priced from $895. East Ridge Flats and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Royale West | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| East Ridge Flats and Townhomes | The Crepe Myrtle | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Foundry Flats | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Summit East Ridge | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Ridgeside Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| The Reserve at Mountain Pass | 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,085 |
| East Line Apartments - Live on Main Street | Live on Chattanooga's Trendy Southside! | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Germantown Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home; 929 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, TN
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.03 price per square foot Birch Model at Veranda at the Ridge in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at The Reserve at Mountain Pass starting at $1,085 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veranda at the Ridge | Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| The Reserve at Mountain Pass | 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 104 Beech St, Unit B | 104 Beech St | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Germantown Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home; 929 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Ridgeside Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 20 S Crest Rd, Unit 20.5 | 20 S Crest Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 115 S Crest Rd, Unit 11 bedroom senior apt | 115 S Crest Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| East Ridge Flats and Townhomes | The Crepe Myrtle | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Summit East Ridge | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Chateau Royale West | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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 $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lake?
The cheapest apartment in East Lake is Chateau Royale West which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in East Lake costs $2,400.
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 2 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 $182 which is $2,218 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lake.
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