Apartments for Rent in the Shepherd Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN (158 Rentals)

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Chattanooga's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 419 Osborne Dr

$2,000

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$2,000
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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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419 Osborne Dr

ChattanoogaTN37421
property at 1220 Franklin Dr

$3,900

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$3,900
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$3,900

4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1220 Franklin Dr

ChattanoogaTN37421
property at 1438 Vance Rd

$1,150

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$1,150
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1438 Vance Rd, Unit C-1

1438 Vance Rd
ChattanoogaTN37421
property at 315 McBrien Rd

$1,750

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$1,750
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$1,750

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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315 McBrien Rd

ChattanoogaTN37411

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Shepherd, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Shepherd, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #37

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment property may be just the ticket if you have young children when you rent. This section of town has now become known as a good residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the most respected education available.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? Shepherd is known as providing first-class access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood ranks as one of the best high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs or cats? this part of Chattanooga is now ranked as one of the best-regarded communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shepherd

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Shepherd area of Chattanooga, TN?

As of today, July 27, 2026, there are currently 158 available Shepherd apartments priced from $749 to $2,495, with an average monthly rent of $1,317.

How much are Studio apartments in Shepherd?

There are currently 12 Studio Apartments in Shepherd with rent ranges from $800 to $1,964 with an average price of $1,125.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Shepherd Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Shepherd ranges from $749 to $1,574 with an average monthly rent of $1,153.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Shepherd cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Shepherd range from $1,019 to $2,279. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,417.

How expensive are Shepherd Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 33 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Shepherd on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,096 to $2,495 - averaging $1,773 for the location.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.