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North Shore, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Shore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Shore area of Chattanooga, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at 821 Vine St priced from $700. The Highlands Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable North Shore apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
821 Vine StPrivate Bedroom2BR,1BA$700
The Highlands Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$830
The Overlook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$838
Terra at AshleyA11BR,1BA$849
The Oaks at Northshore0x1Studio,1BA$850
The Outpost1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895
Tomorrow Building at Patten ParkwayEssential FloorplanStudio,1BA$899
Windsor Village Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Passenger FlatsStudio WestStudio,1BA$909
Midvale Heights1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Shore, TN

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Shore area is the $1.05 price per square foot C1 Renovated Model at Riverview North in the in the Mountain Creek neighborhood starting from $1,318. The second greatest value North Shore apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Highlands Apartments starting at $1,385 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the East Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Shore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverview NorthC1 Renovated3BR,2BA$1.05
The Highlands Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.17
Fountain Plaza - Fitzgerald Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath - 11452BR,1BA$1.31
MAA WindridgeThe Azalea1BR,1BA$1.30
821 Vine StPrivate Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.70
Riverside North Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$1.08
The Links Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Home, 930 square feet2BR,1BA$1.34
Kate's View2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.28
Midvale Heights1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B1BR,1BA$1.15
Terra at AshleyA11BR,1BA$1.21

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North Shore, Chattanooga, TN

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Chattanooga. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Shore Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Shore?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Shore is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Shore?

The cheapest apartment in North Shore is The Highlands Apartments which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in North Shore costs $3,425.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Shore?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26 regular apartments in North Shore that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Shore?

Cheap apartments in North Shore have an average cost of $1,359 which is $2,066 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Shore.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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