
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shepherd Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (32 Rentals)
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413 N Moore Rd

MAA Hamilton

The Grove at Hickory Valley

MAA Heritage Park

Park Ridge Apartments

Spring Creek Gardens

5601 Belaire Dr
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207 Laws Ave

Park Village Apartments

Equinox at Midtown

Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment Homes

Ledford at Hamilton Place

1438 Vance Rd, Unit A-3

District at Hamilton Place

Hunter's Point
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Revere at Hamilton Place

1615 Heather St

1516 Springvale Rd

5317 Spriggs St

217 Sequoia Dr

3907 Wilsonia Ave

105 Hunt Ave

310 S Parkdale Ave
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6739 Ringgold Rd

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East Ridge Village

Dogwood Place Apartments

New Castle Apartments

65 El Fredda Ln

1740-1740 E State Line Rd

49 El Fredda Ln
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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 | $1,097 | $649 | $1,964 |
| Shepherd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $795 | $2,085 |
| Shepherd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $950 | $2,006 |
| Shepherd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,066 | $3,895 |
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There are currently 32 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 GoodHomes Chattanooga priced from $745. MAA Hamilton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $828. Here are the most affordable Shepherd apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| GoodHomes Chattanooga | Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| MAA Hamilton | The Rose | Studio,1BA | $828 |
| Lily Grace South | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Grove at Hickory Valley | 0x1L | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $913 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | Cozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| Spring Creek Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| East Ridge Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Park Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
| Equinox at Midtown | Solstice | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shepherd, TN
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shepherd area is the $1.25 price per square foot Hamilton Model at Cannondale Court in the in the Marimont neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Shepherd apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Arden Landing Apartments starting at $1,490 with a $1.29 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 | $1.25 |
| Arden Landing Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Glen Ridge Townhomes | 6942 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Amberleigh Ridge | B3 - The Slate | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Dogwood Place Apartments | Wonderful 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Parc 1346 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The Shallowford | The Amberley (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Revere at Hamilton Place | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Lily Grace South | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShepherd, Chattanooga, TN
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Lifestyle Ratings
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 GoodHomes Chattanooga listed at $745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shepherd Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shepherd Apartment is $899 at Lily Grace South.
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 $993 at Dogwood Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shepherd Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shepherd Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arden Landing Apartments and starts from $1,490.
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