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property at 1700 Clinch Ave

1700 Clinch Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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property at 1507 Highland Ave

1507 Highland Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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Cheapest Available Knox County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Knox County, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Oakhill Apartments in the North Knoxville neighborhood priced from $795. The Landings in the East Knoxville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Knox County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakhill Apartments5540 N. Broadway St. Oak Hills Apartments2BR,1BA$795
The LandingsThe Tennessee- Limited Availability3BR,2BA$799
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
Windsor Court ApartmentsEdinboroStudio,1BA$873
Cedar Ridge ApartmentsJunior ApartmentStudio,1BA$875
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Live in Comfort at Evergreen Apartments in1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knox County, TN

As of November 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Knox County area is the $0.35 price per square foot 5 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Knox Ridge in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Knox County apartment is the 4x3 Model at Cherokee Farmhouse Villas starting at $2,700 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the South Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knox County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Knox Ridge5 Bedroom Townhouse5BR,5BA$0.35
Cherokee Farmhouse Villas4x34BR,3BA$1.23
Redpoint Knoxville3 Bedroom, 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.67
Walker Springs ApartmentsAzalea2BR,2BA$1.07
Slate at 9014x2B4BR,2BA$1.04
Palmer2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.03
West Gate Terrace2 Bedroom Garden - Colonial2BR,1BA$1.15
Oakhill Apartments5540 N. Broadway St. Oak Hills Apartments2BR,1BA$0.96
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07

Frequently Asked Questions about Knox County

What type of rentals are currently available in Knox County?

There are currently 836 Apartments for Rent in Knox County, TN with pricing that ranges from $775 to $5,049. There are also 384 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Knox County ranging from $695 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Knox County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Knox County ranges from $695 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,584.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Knox County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Knox County range from $775 to $4,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,099 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,790 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $870.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.