Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Ridge Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (37 Rentals)

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Veranda at the Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Veranda at the Ridge

1408C Mana LnChattanooga, TN 37412
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New Castle Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

New Castle Apartments

5700 Roper StEast Ridge, TN 37412
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1407 Mana Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

1407 Mana Ln

1407 Mana LnEast Ridge, TN 37412

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East Ridge, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

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 The Highlands Apartments priced from $830. MAA Hamilton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $853. Here are the most affordable East Ridge apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Highlands Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$830
MAA HamiltonThe HibiscusStudio,1BA$853
The View at Mission RidgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Park Ridge ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$924
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$925
The Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Equinox at MidtownKnox - 1 Bed1 Bath1BR,1BA$985
Dogwood Place2 Bed, 2 Bath 60%2BR,2BA$1,019
The Poplin at Mill TownThird2BR,2BA$1,890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ridge, TN

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Ridge area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Highlands Apartments in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value East Ridge apartment is the Third Model at The Poplin at Mill Town starting at $1,890 with a $1.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Highlands Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.17
The Poplin at Mill TownThird2BR,2BA$1.89
Dogwood Place2 bed, 1 Bath 60%2BR,1BA$1.12
Equinox at MidtownKnox-R1BR,1BA$1.61
The Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.63
The View at Mission RidgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$1.51
Park Ridge ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$1.91
MAA HamiltonThe HibiscusStudio ,1BA$1.95

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Ridge, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #63

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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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 $853.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Ridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Ridge Apartment is $830 at The Highlands 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 $985 at The Highlands Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dogwood Place and starts from $1,096.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chattanooga, TN

Written by: Catrina Cowart

Hi, I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chattanooga. Today, I'd love to talk to you about a gem of a city: Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.