
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shepherd Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $649 (48 Rentals)
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313 McBrien Rd

The Grove at Hickory Valley

MAA Hamilton

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Spring Creek Gardens

MAA Heritage Park

Equinox at Midtown

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1309 Labrea Dr, Unit B

5601 Belaire Dr

1203 Rockway Dr

1638 Keeble St

Revere at Hamilton Place

Ledford at Hamilton Place

52 Frawley Rd

Furnished Studio-Chattanooga - Airport
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900 Peppermill Rd

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6929 Robinson Dr

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4510 Old Mission Rd

4504 Old Mission Rd

Park Village Apartments

4706 Midland Pike

1113 Jarvis Ave

Monarch Apartments
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1112 S St Marks Ave

310 Michelle Dr

Parc 1346

3609 Ridgeside Rd

5364 Haisten Ct

Glen Ridge Townhomes

GoodHomes Chattanooga

Newcastle Apartments

East Ridge Village
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65 El Fredda Ln
Shepherd, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shepherd?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Studio Apartments | $1,093 | $649 | $1,964 |
| Shepherd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $799 | $1,574 |
| Shepherd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $1,019 | $2,275 |
| Shepherd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $1,096 | $2,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Shepherd Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available Shepherd Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shepherd area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at Lily Grace South priced from $699. GoodHomes Chattanooga has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Shepherd apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lily Grace South | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| GoodHomes Chattanooga | GoodHomes Chattanooga - LIMITED-TIME SPECIAL! A... | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Newcastle Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath E | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| MAA Hamilton | The Hibiscus | Studio,1BA | $923 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| Spring Creek Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Equinox at Midtown | Knox - 1 Bed1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment Homes | BlackBurn | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
| Arden Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shepherd, TN
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shepherd area is the $1.18 price per square foot Hamilton Model at Cannondale Court in the in the Marimont neighborhood starting from $1,893. The second greatest value Shepherd apartment is the Three bedroom Model at Parc 1346 starting at $1,673 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Marimont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shepherd apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cannondale Court | Hamilton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| Parc 1346 | Three bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Collection at Wiltshire | Eberly Exterior Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| Revere at Hamilton Place | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Floorplan | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Dogwood Place | 2 bed, 1 Bath 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Equinox at Midtown | Knox - 1 Bed1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Ledford at Hamilton Place | 1/1 W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Arden Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Newcastle Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath E | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShepherd, Chattanooga, TN
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Shepherd, Chattanooga, and the greater Chattanooga area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, 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 Shepherd Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shepherd?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shepherd is at Lily Grace South listed at $699.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shepherd Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shepherd Apartment is $899 at Newcastle Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shepherd Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shepherd is starting from $1,019 at Dogwood Place.
What is the most affordable Shepherd Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shepherd Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dogwood Place and starts from $1,096.
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