4020 Kirkland Ave
ChattanoogaTN37410
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (24 Rentals)
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1223 E 8th St
ChattanoogaTN37403
3710 Central Ave
ChattanoogaTN37410
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The Overlook Apartments
1201 Boynton DrChattanooga, TN 37402
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Passenger Flats
1362 Passenger StChattanooga, TN 37408
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1525 Kirby Ave
ChattanoogaTN37404
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Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave
418 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37402
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17 Broad
1701 Broad StChattanooga, TN 37408
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Borough 33 Apartments
1133 Bexley SqChattanooga, TN 37410
2300 4th Ave
ChattanoogaTN37404
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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 | $1,506 | $951 | $3,377 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $995 | $4,706 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $799 | $4,737 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $745 | $5,970 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $919 | $665 | $2,599 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Chattanooga, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Foundry Flats priced from $950. The Overlook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $951. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundry Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Overlook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $951 |
| Passenger Flats | Studio Eastern | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Borough 33 Apartments | Addison | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| 17 Broad | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, TN
As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1205 Chamberlain Ave Model at 1205 Chamberlain Ave, Unit A in the in the East Chattanooga neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 3BR/3BA - C1 Model at Douglas Heights starting at $745 with a $0.63 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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| 1205 Chamberlain Ave, Unit A | 1205 Chamberlain Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Douglas Heights | 3BR/3BA - C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.63 |
| 17 Broad | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 3915 Saint Elmo Ave, Unit 100 | 3915 Saint Elmo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| One Riverside Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Market City Center | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Bread Factory Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| Burnside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Fleetwood Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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Best Local Schools in Southside, Chattanooga, TN
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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 $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is Foundry Flats which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Southside costs $2,525.
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 $382 which is $2,143 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside.
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