
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Hills Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $600 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Washington Hills area of Chattanooga.


5319 Upshaw Dr

Courts at Waterford

8820 Millard Lee Ln

4125 Wilkesview Dr

4149 Willard Dr

Hills at Oakwood

4330 Wilson St
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5102 TN-58, Unit 214

Elements of Chattanooga

3982 Arbor Pl Ln

7808 Holiday Hills Cir

3973 Teakwood Dr

8831 Millard Lee Ln

Hunter's Point
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Siegel Select Chattanooga

Scenic Ridge

Forest Hill Villas Apartment Homes

5102 TN-58

Villas at Oak Crest

Marina Pointe

Reserve At Lakeshore
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3907 Kingsbridge Rd

The Emery

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Arbor Hill Apartments

5311 TN-58

5113 TN-58

Riverside Place
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Washington Hills, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Hills Studio Apartments | $1,243 | $699 | $1,964 |
| Washington Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $900 | $2,391 |
| Washington Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,469 | $1,080 | $2,639 |
| Washington Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,310 | $2,546 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Washington Hills Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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Cheapest Available Washington Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Hills area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at Lily Grace North priced from $699. Courts at Waterford has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Washington Hills apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lily Grace North | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Courts at Waterford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Hills at Oakwood | A1-1 x 1.5 Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment Homes | Cumberland | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Elements of Chattanooga | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Laurel Ridge Apartments | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| Hunter's Point | Bristol-Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,128 |
| Haven Cross Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Siegel Select Chattanooga | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,139 |
| Scenic Ridge | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Hills, TN
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Hills area is the $1.22 price per square foot Batton Model at Anchor Point in the in the Lake Hills neighborhood starting from $1,968. The second greatest value Washington Hills apartment is the B1 Model at The Shoals at Chickamauga Lake starting at $1,541 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the East Chattanooga neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Point | Batton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| The Shoals at Chickamauga Lake | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Scenic Ridge | 1 BEDROOM PREMIUM | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Forest Hill Villas Apartment Homes | The Rossa I | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Beverly Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Emery | Two Bedroom | One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Haven Cross Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Elements of Chattanooga | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Hills at Oakwood | A1-1 x 1.5 Cedar | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Courts at Waterford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Washington Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington Hills is under $1,146.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Washington Hills is Courts at Waterford which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Washington Hills costs $1,789.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington Hills?
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 7 regular apartments in Washington Hills 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 Washington Hills?
Cheap apartments in Washington Hills have an average cost of $288 which is $1,501 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Hills.
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