
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chattanooga Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (11 Rentals)
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South Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chattanooga?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Chattanooga Studio Apartments | $1,473 | $1,319 | $1,812 |
South Chattanooga 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $715 | $2,000 |
South Chattanooga 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $875 | $2,540 |
South Chattanooga 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,261 | $2,400 |
South Chattanooga 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,990 | $1,990 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Chattanooga Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available South Chattanooga Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Chattanooga area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at Borough 33 Apartments priced from $1,189. Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,590. Here are the most affordable South Chattanooga apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Borough 33 Apartments | Ambridge | Studio,1BA | $1,189 |
Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland Park | The Poplin - Newest on Main St | 2BR,2BA | $1,590 |
The Poplin | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,590 |
Siegel Select Chattanooga II | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,659 |
Slate Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chattanooga, TN
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chattanooga area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Slate Residences in the in the East Lake neighborhood starting from $1,790. The second greatest value South Chattanooga apartment is the 3915 Saint Elmo Ave Model at 3915 Saint Elmo Ave, Unit 100 starting at $2,000 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the St. Elmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chattanooga apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Slate Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
3915 Saint Elmo Ave, Unit 100 | 3915 Saint Elmo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
The Poplin | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland Park | The Poplin - Newest on Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Borough 33 Apartments | Blakely | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Siegel Select Chattanooga II | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.48 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Chattanooga Neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
23 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chattanooga Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chattanooga?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chattanooga is at Borough 33 Apartments listed at $1,189.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chattanooga Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chattanooga Apartment is $1,339 at Borough 33 Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chattanooga Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chattanooga is starting from $1,590 at Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland Park.
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