Cheap Homes for Rent in East Ridge Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $700 (17 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 5

3634 Monte Vista Dr

ChattanoogaTN37411

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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. The View at Mission Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. 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
The View at Mission RidgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$915
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$925
East Ridge Village1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living...1BR,1BA$925
The Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ridge, TN

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Ridge area is the $0.95 price per square foot Birch Model at Veranda at the Ridge in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value East Ridge apartment is the 600 Villard Dr Model at 600 Villard Dr, Unit #A starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 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.
Veranda at the RidgeBirch2BR,1.5BA$0.95
600 Villard Dr, Unit #A600 Villard Dr2BR,1BA$1.16
The Highlands Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.17
Sweetbay Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath with 1040 Sq. Ft. Ground Floor...2BR,1BA$1.35
Sterling Heights by Callio Properties2 x 2 Bonus Room2BR,2BA$1.26
Equinox at MidtownVernal2BR,1BA$1.22
Germantown Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home; 929 sq ft + Washer/Dryer...1BR,1BA$1.29
The View at Mission RidgeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
Spring Creek Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L...1BR,1BA$1.51
East Ridge Village1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living...1BR,1BA$1.54

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East Ridge, Chattanooga, TN

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Ridge

What type of rentals are currently available in East Ridge?

There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in East Ridge, TN with pricing that ranges from $795 to $2,000. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Ridge ranging from $799 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 $799 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,593.

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 $1,066 to $1,665, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,595.

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.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.