
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shepherd Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (38 Rentals)
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MAA Hamilton

413 N Moore Rd

The Grove at Hickory Valley

Spring Creek Gardens

Park Ridge Apartments

MAA Heritage Park

5601 Belaire Dr

5109-5111 Sunbeam Ave
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Park Village Apartments

901 Shallowford Rd

Equinox at Midtown

Arden Landing Apartments

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5038 Cameron Ln

1438 Vance Rd, Unit A-3

Ledford at Hamilton Place
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Hunter's Point

District at Hamilton Place

Revere at Hamilton Place

606 N Moore Rd

445 Sequoia Dr

1615 Heather St

6741 Ringgold Rd

5317 Spriggs St
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105 Hunt Ave

310 S Parkdale Ave

6739 Ringgold Rd

GoodHomes Chattanooga

East Ridge Village

Dogwood Place Apartments

568 Julian Rd

41 El Fredda Ln
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1740-1740 E State Line Rd

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 | $1,035 | $649 | $1,964 |
| Shepherd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $845 | $2,071 |
| Shepherd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $950 | $2,045 |
| Shepherd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,066 | $2,735 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 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 $868. 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 Jasmine | Studio,1BA | $868 |
| The Grove at Hickory Valley | 0x1S | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Lily Grace South | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Spring Creek Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L... | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | Cozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
| East Ridge Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Home with 600 Square Feet of Living... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| 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 December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shepherd area is the $1.47 price per square foot Hamilton Model at Cannondale Court in the in the Marimont neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Shepherd apartment is the B3 - The Slate Model at Amberleigh Ridge starting at $1,525 with a $1.35 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 | $1.47 |
| Amberleigh Ridge | B3 - The Slate | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Reserve at Creekside | Two Bedroom - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Dogwood Place Apartments | Wonderful 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Ledford at Hamilton Place | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Parc 1346 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Revere at Hamilton Place | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Arden Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| MAA Heritage Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Spring Creek Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Home with 611 Square Feet of L... | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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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 Dogwood Place Apartments and starts from $1,066.
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