
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Johnson City, TN from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Greenwood Farms Apartments

Homestead Properties

Axis on Roan

Presswood Court

Sterling Hills

Brandy Mills Apartments

204 E Watauga Ave
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155 Tamarack Dr

150 Joe Hale Dr

Universal at Mountain View

The Villas at Boone Ridge

106-108 W Mountain View Rd

The Hub at Mountcastle
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Universal at Gray Station

Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Laurel Brook Community

402 1/2 W Pine St, Unit 402 half

1419 Colony Park Dr
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Quiet 1 Bed / 1 Bath in the country

Pickens Bridge Village

2101 Marbleton Rd
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Johnson City, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnson City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Johnson City Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
Cheap Johnson City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $800 | $4,627 |
Cheap Johnson City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $875 | $2,735 |
Cheap Johnson City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,295 | $2,785 |
Cheap Johnson City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $675 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Johnson City, TN
Pricing Updated: 09/20/2025Current apartment rentals in the Johnson City, 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 Johnson City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Johnson City | $1,800 | $675 | 87 |
Cheapest Available Johnson City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnson City, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Watauga Square in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood priced from $817. Axis on Roan 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 Johnson City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Watauga Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Sterling Hills | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Universal at Mountain View | 1 Bedroom Second Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Twin Hills | TwinHills 1B 1.5B G | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Universal at Gray Station | 1 Bedroom Second Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson City, TN
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Johnson City area is the $0.68 price per square foot 830 Johnson Ave Model at 830 Johnson Ave, Unit 830 Johnson Ave #2 in the in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Johnson City apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Burlington Mill Apartments starting at $1,725 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnson City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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830 Johnson Ave, Unit 830 Johnson Ave #2 | 830 Johnson Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.68 |
Burlington Mill Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Student Quarters Johnson City | 4x4 Super Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
729 E Maple St, Unit #4 | 729 E Maple St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Harbor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
Twin Hills | TwinHills 1B 1.5B G | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
305 Montgomery St, Unit #1 | 305 Montgomery St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Johnson City Overview
Are you searching for apartments in East Tennesee? Then take a look at Johnson City. This beautiful town nestles in rolling hills and is an excellent place to live if you love the outdoors. Go hiking in Buffalo Mountain Park for spectacular views. Or, spend your days at Winged Deer Park, boating and playing disc golf. Plus, college students will find affordable living only two and a half miles away from East Tennessee State University campus.
Why live in Johnson City, TN?
If you're a college student at East Tennessee State University or one of the other 66 colleges in the area, you can't beat living in Johnson City. There's affordable housing, plenty of nightlife, arts and culture, and gorgeous scenic outdoor adventures to be had by you and your friends. Johnson City is also a lovely place to raise a family, nestled in the hills of East Tennesse. There are a variety of apartments to choose from, ranging from student housing and furnished studios to affordable senior living. There are also options for families up to four bedrooms. Johnson City apartments can accommodate just about everyone.
Johnson City, TNPopulation: 66,778
Ranked #552
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Johnson City, TN
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnson City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Johnson City?
The cheapest apartment in Johnson City is Watauga Square which is listed at $817, while the average apartment in Johnson City costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Johnson City?
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 15 regular apartments in Johnson City 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 Johnson City?
Cheap apartments in Johnson City have an average cost of $335 which is $1,465 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Johnson City.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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