Cheap Homes for Rent in East Ridge Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $800 (19 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at The View at Mission Ridge priced from $700. Spring Creek Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East Ridge apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The View at Mission RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$700
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$900
MAA HamiltonThe HibiscusStudio,1BA$908
Park Ridge ApartmentsCozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$924
East Ridge Village1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living...1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ridge, TN

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Ridge area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Slate Residences in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,790. The second greatest value East Ridge apartment is the 2 bed 1.5 bath Model at Glen Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,295 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Marimont 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.
Slate Residences2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.24
Glen Ridge Townhomes2 bed 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Germantown Gardens2 Bedroom 2 Bath Home; 1278 sq ft w/ w&d hook ups2BR,2BA$1.06
Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland ParkSecond2BR,2BA$1.64
Summit East RidgeBirch2BR,2BA$1.61
Dogwood Place ApartmentsWonderful 2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.14
Sterling Heights Apartments by Callio Properties1x11BR,1BA$1.51
Veranda at the RidgeApplewood1BR,1BA$1.56
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$1.47
East Ridge Village1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living...1BR,1BA$1.54

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Ridge, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #60

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in East Ridge?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in East Ridge, TN with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,400. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Ridge ranging from $899 to $3,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Ridge ranges from $899 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,480.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Ridge range from $1,134 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,449 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,699.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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