510 Fortwood Pl
ChattanoogaTN37403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (25 Rentals)
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$838 - $1,060Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Overlook Apartments
1201 Boynton DrChattanooga, TN 37402
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700 N Highland Park Ave
ChattanoogaTN37404
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$895 - $3,449Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Passenger Flats
1362 Passenger StChattanooga, TN 37408
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621 E M L King Blvd
ChattanoogaTN37403
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$1,000 - $1,800Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave
418 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37402
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1100 S Willow St
ChattanoogaTN37404
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$1,100 - $1,9001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Market City Center
728 Market StChattanooga, TN 37402
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Eight59 Flats - Downtown Chattanooga
859 McCallie AveChattanooga, TN 37403
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Southside, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $838 | $1,812 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $795 | $2,350 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $799 | $3,120 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,475 | $745 | $5,925 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $665 | $2,599 |
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at The Overlook Apartments priced from $838. Passenger Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $976. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Overlook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $838 |
| Passenger Flats | Studio Eastern | Studio,1BA | $976 |
| Foundry Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Market City Center | Lula-PILOT | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| East Line Apartments - Live on Main Street | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, TN
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside 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 Southside apartment is the 2BR/4BA - B3 Model at Douglas Heights starting at $1,200 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the St. Elmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside 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 |
| Douglas Heights | 2BR/4BA - B3 | 2BR,4BA | $0.89 |
| Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Bread Factory Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
| 863 McCallie Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Vista Cameron Harbor | Norwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Fleetwood Building | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Burnside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1400 Chestnut | 1C10 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Foundry Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southside, Chattanooga, TN
Battle Academy for Teaching Learning
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Public School - Grades PK-5 (487)
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Getting Around the Southside Neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is The Overlook Apartments which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in Southside costs $2,194.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Southside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southside?
Cheap apartments in Southside have an average cost of $668 which is $1,526 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside.
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