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property at 5305 TN-58

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5305 TN-58

ChattanoogaTN37416

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property at 3503 Dodson Ave

$825 - $1,200

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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3503 Dodson Ave

ChattanoogaTN37406
property at 210 Hendricks Blvd

$895

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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210 Hendricks Blvd

ChattanoogaTN37405

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property at 800 Lullwater Rd

$925 - $1,900

2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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800 Lullwater Rd

ChattanoogaTN37405

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Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chattanooga, TN

Pricing Updated: 08/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Chattanooga, TN area range in price from $649 to $4,700 with an overall median price of $1,394. The three Chattanooga neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Woodmore Dalewood at $1,060, East Ridge at $1,100, and Glendon Place at $1,100. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chattanooga Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Woodmore Dalewood$1,060$79527
East Ridge$1,100$74942
Glendon Place$1,100$79564
Hemphill$1,100$79560
Missionary Ridge$1,100$79534
Eastgate$1,103$74950
Brainerd$1,125$79533
Glenwood Eastdale$1,137$87523
East Lake$1,175$77583
North Brainerd$1,175$795134

Cheapest Available Chattanooga Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chattanooga, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at 821 Vine St in the Highland Park neighborhood priced from $775. GoodHomes Chattanooga in the Shepherd neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chattanooga apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
821 Vine StPrivate Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
GoodHomes ChattanoogaLIMITED-TIME SPECIAL! Ask me how to waive your ...Studio,1BA$800
The Winn at 950StudioStudio,1BA$800
The Highlands Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$830
River Hills FlatsRiver Hills Flats Studio Units AvailableStudio,1BA$849
The View at Mission RidgeStudioStudio,1BA$850
Spring Hill Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with 600 Square Feet...1BR,1BA$875
404 HomesEfficiency - Studio Apartments1BR,1BA$889
The Overlook Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chattanooga, TN

As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chattanooga area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3 BEDROOM Model at Scenic Ridge in the in the Tyner neighborhood starting from $1,652. The second greatest value Chattanooga apartment is the Finley Model at Trails of Signal Mountain starting at $1,149 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Mountain Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chattanooga apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Scenic Ridge3 BEDROOM3BR,2BA$1.07
Trails of Signal MountainFinley2BR,2BA$0.82
Cedarbrooke ApartmentsD-13BR,1BA$0.97
Grey Parc of Rossville3x1-12573BR,1BA$0.79
River City North3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.82
Gateway at Rossville2bd2ba2BR,2BA$0.98
821 Vine StPrivate Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.78
49 Rawlings Ln, Unit 49 Rawlings Ln Ross GA 3049 Rawlings Ln2BR,1BA$1.10
Wendelia2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.98
Ridgeside Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.05

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chattanooga

What type of rentals are currently available in Chattanooga?

There are currently 682 Apartments for Rent in Chattanooga, TN with pricing that ranges from $649 to $4,700. There are also 462 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chattanooga ranging from $750 to $14,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chattanooga?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chattanooga ranges from $750 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,802.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chattanooga?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chattanooga range from $709 to $3,599, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.

Expert Rental Resources

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Chattanooga, TN

Written by: Catrina Cowart

Chattanooga is the home to many different universities, including the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Chattanooga State Community College, Southern Adventist University, Covenant College, and Richmont Graduate University.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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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.