
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stuart Heights Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Stuart Heights area of Chattanooga.


Terra at Ashley

The Oaks at Northshore

4293 Byrnewood Village Cir

The Outpost

River Hills Flats

4410 Delashmitt Rd

The Reserve at Red Bank Apartment Homes
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Northshore Village

Midvale Heights

Trails of Signal Mountain

Ivy Terrace Apartments

143 Hendricks Blvd, Unit 4

141 Hendricks Blvd, Unit 3

139 Hendricks Blvd, Unit 3

143 Hendricks Blvd, Unit 4
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Riverview North

Sunset Rock Apartments

141 Hendricks Blvd, Unit 3

139 Hendricks Blvd, Unit 6

Newberry Commons

Arcadia Creekside

Kate's View
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515 Mountain Ridge Rd

Northside Terrace

Crestview Apartments

Wendelia

3824 Redding Rd

113 Goodson Ave

210 Hendricks Blvd

3113 Curtis St
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Rise at Signal Mountain Apartments

Abby North

Hannah Parc

Midtown Square Apartments, Chattanooga

105 P'Poole Ave

Northshore Flats Apartments

WillowCreek Apartments

3925 Redding Rd
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The 109 at Northshore
Stuart Heights, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stuart Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Heights Studio Apartments | $986 | $850 | $1,170 |
| Stuart Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $849 | $1,449 |
| Stuart Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $832 | $1,799 |
| Stuart Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $956 | $2,460 |
| Stuart Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $2,145 | $2,145 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Stuart Heights Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available Stuart Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Stuart Heights area of Chattanooga, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Terra at Ashley priced from $849. The Oaks at Northshore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Stuart Heights apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra at Ashley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| The Oaks at Northshore | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Outpost | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Midvale Heights | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| River City North | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $956 |
| Midtown Square Apartments, Chattanooga | The Aspen Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Riverview North | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Sunset Rock Apartments | Unit 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Newberry Commons | 2 Bedroom, no w/d, partially remodeled, SS Appl... | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Rise at Signal Mountain Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stuart Heights, TN
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stuart Heights area is the $1.07 price per square foot C1 Renovated Model at Riverview North in the in the Mountain Creek neighborhood starting from $1,338. The second greatest value Stuart Heights apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at River City North starting at $956 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the East Chattanooga neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stuart Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview North | C1 Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| River City North | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Indigo | Slate-ADA | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Trails of Signal Mountain | Hunter | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Northshore Flats Apartments | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Kate's View | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Midvale Heights | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Ivy Terrace Apartments | The Tacoma 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Rise at Signal Mountain Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Terra at Ashley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Stuart Heights, Chattanooga, and the greater Chattanooga area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stuart Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stuart Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Stuart Heights is Terra at Ashley which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Stuart Heights costs $2,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stuart Heights?
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 2 regular apartments in Stuart Heights 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 Stuart Heights?
Cheap apartments in Stuart Heights have an average cost of $116 which is $2,029 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stuart Heights.
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