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Cheapest Available Hamilton County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton County, TN is a Studio unit found at Lily Grace North in the East Chattanooga neighborhood priced from $675. Chateau Royale West in the East Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lily Grace NorthStudioStudio,1BA$675
Chateau Royale West1A1BR,1BA$895
Lily Grace SouthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
River Hills FlatsThe Creekside FlatStudio,1BA$899
East Ridge Flats and TownhomesThe Crepe Myrtle1BR,1BA$899
The Overlook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Compass HeightsA11BR,1BA$919
Park Ridge ApartmentsCozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$924
Terra at AshleyAP1X11BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton County, TN

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamilton County 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 Hamilton County apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Home; 1278 sq ft w/ w&d hook ups Model at Germantown Gardens starting at $1,350 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the East Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1205 Chamberlain Ave, Unit A1205 Chamberlain Ave2BR,2BA$1.14
Germantown Gardens2 Bedroom 2 Bath Home; 1278 sq ft w/ w&d hook ups2BR,2BA$1.06
Veranda at the RidgeBirch2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Trails of Signal MountainMckenzie2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Douglas Heights3BR/3BA - C13BR,3BA$0.63
Scenic Ridge1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.10
MAA Heritage ParkThe Willow2BR,2BA$1.09
Chateau Royale Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.03
Summit East RidgeCypress2BR,1BA$1.12
4714 Metro Park Ln, Unit B4714 Metro Park Ln2BR,1BA$0.97

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hamilton County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hamilton County is at Lily Grace North listed at $675.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamilton County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamilton County Apartment is $725 at Lily Grace North.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hamilton County is starting from $725 at Lily Grace North.

What is the most affordable Hamilton County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hamilton County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summit East Ridge and starts from $1,260.

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