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Buchanan Way Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Buchanan Way Apartments

3099 Buchanan Rd SECleveland, TN 37323
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226 Haven Drive
1 Bedroom Apartments

226 Haven Drive

226 Haven DrMc Donald, TN 37353
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cleveland, TN

Pricing Updated: 03/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Cleveland, TN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cleveland Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Cleveland$1,900$700109

Cheapest Available Cleveland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cleveland, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Genesis Apartments 2 in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood priced from $795. The Vue on Cliffside in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cleveland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Genesis Apartments 2Unit 41BR,1BA$795
The Vue on Cliffside1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Greenway Townes1 BR Refresh1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, TN

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Model at The Arbors in the in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Cleveland apartment is the 3 bed 3 bath Model at Belcourt Landing starting at $1,825 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Downtown Cleveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Arbors3 Bed, 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.12
Belcourt Landing3 bed 3 bath3BR,2.5BA$1.32
The Pointe at Westland2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.13
4463 Ellis Cir NW, Unit # 34463 Ellis Cir NW2BR,1BA$0.93
4465 Ellis Cir NW, Unit # 64465 Ellis Cir NW2BR,1BA$0.93
2917 Vance Dr NW, Unit # 22917 Vance Dr NW2BR,1BA$0.99
2201 Brentwood Dr NW, Unit A2201 Brentwood Dr NW2BR,1BA$1.09
The Vue on Cliffside1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.06
Brookes EdgeThe Oak1BR,1BA$1.46
115 23rd St NW, Unit Apt 1115 23rd St NWStudio ,1BA$1.17

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Cleveland Overview

Located in Southeastern TN, Cleveland is 30 miles northeast of Chattanooga. People who call Cleveland, TN home appreciate the ôsmall townö feel of the city while enjoying a diverse economy and plenty of recreational opportunities nearby. The weather is pleasant most of the years, and residents enjoy the opportunity to celebrate distinctive seasons throughout the area. You will find many outdoor entertainment opportunities thanks to the close proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Great Smokey Mountains, and Cherokee National Forest. There are also plenty of lakes nearby to enjoy and all the attractions of Chattanooga to make living in Cleveland, TN apartments an attractive option. This is especially true when you factor in the relatively low cost of living in the city.

Why live in Cleveland, TN?

You may be wondering why you might be interested in Cleveland, TN apartments. The answer is simple. Cleveland is a great place to call home. With so many manufacturing businesses in the area, there are many employment opportunities for people of all education levels. There are public and private education opportunities in abundance thanks to multiple private and public high schools as well as the presence of Cleveland State Community College and Lee University, among others. ItÆs a beautiful place to call home thanks to the nearby mountains and waterways, and it continues to have a ôsmall townö atmosphere that makes it an attractive place to raise a family.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cleveland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cleveland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cleveland is at Siegel Select Cleveland, TN listed at $1,761.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cleveland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cleveland Apartment is $795 at Genesis Apartments 2.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cleveland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cleveland is starting from $975 at The Vue on Cliffside.

What is the most affordable Cleveland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cleveland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine Forest Apartments and starts from $1,200.

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