
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Ridge Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (17 Rentals)
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East Ridge, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Ridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Ridge Studio Apartments | $996 | $695 | $1,200 |
East Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,086 | $800 | $1,379 |
East Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $875 | $1,500 |
East Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $1,245 | $2,100 |
East Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,699 | $1,995 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Ridge Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available East Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Ridge area of Chattanooga, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Ridge Apartments priced from $924. Summit East Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable East Ridge apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park Ridge Apartments | Cozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
Summit East Ridge | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
MAA Hamilton | The Dahlia | Studio,1BA | $979 |
East Ridge Flats and Townhomes | The Lookout | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Sterling Heights Apartments by Callio Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ridge, TN
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Ridge area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Glen Ridge Townhomes in the in the Marimont neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value East Ridge apartment is the Birch Model at Veranda at the Ridge starting at $1,259 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the East Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Glen Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
Veranda at the Ridge | Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland Park | First | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Germantown Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home; 929 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Dogwood Place Apartments | Wonderful 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
East Ridge Flats and Townhomes | The Lookout | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Summit East Ridge | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Sterling Heights Apartments by Callio Properties | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
East Ridge Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living... | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Park Ridge Apartments | Cozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Ridge, Chattanooga, TN
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the East Ridge Neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Ridge is at MAA Hamilton listed at $979.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Ridge Apartment is $924 at Park Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Ridge is starting from $999 at East Ridge Flats and Townhomes.
What is the most affordable East Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summit East Ridge and starts from $1,260.
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