
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $700 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverfront area of Chattanooga.


The Highlands Apartments

The Overlook Apartments

The Oaks at Northshore

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Eight59 Flats - Downtown Chattanooga

Passenger Flats

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Fort Wood Apartments

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The Hardwick
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Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave

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Borough 33 Apartments

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The Fleetwood Building

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Ridgemont at Stringers Ridge

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10 North Apartments

Lindsay 414

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East Line Apartments - Live on Main Street

Burnside
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Walnut Commons

Riverview North

The Maclellan

River Rock

Vista Cameron Harbor

Southside Flats

17 Broad

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West 6th Apartments
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Riverwalk at Cameron Harbor

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Tomorrow Building at Patten Parkway

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Urban Lofts

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Tomorrow Building at Somer Station

2759 Cannon Ave, Unit 2759

City Green Apartments

Riverset

Market City Center
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633 Chestnut St

Patten Towers
Riverfront, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,303 | $1,215 | $1,359 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $1,189 | $1,539 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,729 | $2,909 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $2,599 | $2,599 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwalk at Cameron Harbor | The Belle | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Vista Cameron Harbor | Harper | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, TN
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront 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 Riverfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave starting at $1,700 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the St. Elmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Highlands Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Riverview North | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| MAA Windridge | The Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Fountain Plaza - Fitzgerald Apartments | 2 bed / 2 bath - 1024 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Poplin | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 821 Vine St | Private Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Southside Flats | A1 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Hardwick | 1Bd / 1Ba - 710 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Fort Wood Apartments | Studio - 660 | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront, Chattanooga, TN
Ranked #3
Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment is $830 at The Highlands Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront is starting from $700 at 821 Vine St.
Expert Rental Resources
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