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

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Highlands Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highlands Apartments

2001 S Lyerly StChattanooga, TN 37404
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St Elmo
1 Bedroom Apartments

St Elmo

4625 Saint Elmo AveChattanooga, TN 37409
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South Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Borough 33 ApartmentsAmbridgeStudio,1BA$1,189
Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland ParkThe Poplin - Newest on Main St2BR,2BA$1,590
The Poplin2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,590
Siegel Select Chattanooga IIStudioStudio,1BA$1,659
Slate Residences2 Bedroom2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Slate Residences2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.24
3915 Saint Elmo Ave, Unit 1003915 Saint Elmo Ave1BR,1BA$1.94
The Poplin2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.59
Stylish Units in the Heart of Highland ParkThe Poplin - Newest on Main St2BR,2BA$2.19
Borough 33 ApartmentsBlakely1BR,1BA$2.19
Siegel Select Chattanooga IIStudioStudio ,1BA$6.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #68

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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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