Cheap Homes for Rent in East Lake Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $800 (24 Rentals)

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ChattanoogaTN37412

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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. East Ridge Flats and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East Lake apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The View at Mission RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$700
East Ridge Flats and TownhomesThe Redbud2BR,2BA$899
The Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Chateau Royale WestOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
Foundry Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lake, TN

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lake area is the $1.61 price per square foot Third Model at The Poplin at Mill Town - Newest on Main Street in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,610. The second greatest value East Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Poplin starting at $1,590 with a $1.59 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Poplin at Mill Town - Newest on Main StreetThird2BR,2BA$1.61
The Poplin2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.59
Summit East RidgeCypress2BR,1BA$1.12
Ridgeside Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
2 Bed/1.5 Bath Apartment-Rossville, GA2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$1.22
East Ridge Flats and TownhomesThe Lookout2BR,1BA$1.25
The Oaks at MidtownAvail Jan 11BR,1BA$1.56
Foundry Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.43
The Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.63
Chateau Royale WestOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.58

Frequently Asked Questions about East Lake

What type of rentals are currently available in East Lake?

There are currently 113 Apartments for Rent in East Lake, TN with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,000. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Lake ranging from $850 to $2,850.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Lake ranges from $850 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,766.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Lake range from $1,100 to $1,799, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,299 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,749.

Expert Rental Resources

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