Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverview Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $700 (83 Rentals)

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107 Goodson AveChattanooga, TN 37405
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320 High StChattanooga, TN 37403
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2614 Lyndon AveChattanooga, TN 37415
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Riverview, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverview Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverview area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at River Hills Flats priced from $849. Terra at Ashley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Riverview apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Hills FlatsStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$849
Terra at AshleyA11BR,1BA$899
Midvale Heights1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$950
Midtown Square Apartments, ChattanoogaThe Willow 1x11BR,1BA$950
Wendelia2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$975
Sunset Rock Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
The Oaks at Northshore1x1tri1BR,1BA$1,080
Willow Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,081
Northside Terrace1 Bedroom / 1 Bath With Washer & Dryer1BR,1BA$1,100
Riverview NorthB12BR,1BA$1,101

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverview, TN

As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverview area is the $1.26 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Firefly in the in the East Chattanooga neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Riverview apartment is the 2 x 1.5 Model at Northshore Village starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Mountain Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverview apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Firefly3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.26
Northshore Village2 x 1.52BR,1.5BA$1.14
Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.45
Riverview NorthB1 Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.40
Wendelia2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.98
316 Chambliss St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.50
Kate's View2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.28
Midvale Heights1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A1BR,1BA$1.12
The Oaks at Northshore1x1tri1BR,1BA$1.44
Terra at AshleyA11BR,1BA$1.28

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Chattanooga, TN. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverview Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Riverview?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverview is under $1,101.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverview?

The cheapest apartment in Riverview is Terra at Ashley which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Riverview costs $3,425.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverview?

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 5 regular apartments in Riverview 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 Riverview?

Cheap apartments in Riverview have an average cost of $3,212 which is $213 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverview.

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