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Knoxville, TN Local Guide

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Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 13, 2025

There are currently 4706 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Knoxville, TN that range in price from $800 to $4,100. West Knoxville, North Knoxville and Outer Northside are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Knoxville with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Knoxville299$1,382$850
North Knoxville293$1,579$800
Outer Northside293$1,579$800
Westside247$1,349$850
Uptown Knoxville190$1,345$800
Outer Southside165$1,687$850
South Knoxville165$1,687$850
College Hills134$1,750$850
Mechanicsville120$1,847$945
Fourth Gill118$1,845$945

Largest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is found at Yardley Flats Apartments in the Holston Hills neighborhood and is 1,099 square feet priced from $2,439. Livano Knoxville in the West Knoxville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,032 square feet and currently listed start at $2,375. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Yardley Flats ApartmentsCurve1,099 Sq Ft$2,439
Livano KnoxvilleA81,032 Sq Ft$2,375
Knox High ApartmentsOne Bedroom970 Sq Ft$1,380
Icon Apartment Homes at Hardin ValleyA3 - Appalachian922 Sq Ft$1,812
Crescent EbenezerConrad921 Sq Ft$1,825
The Reserve at Raintree1 Bedroom900 Sq Ft$1,511
Wellsley Park at Deane Hill ApartmentsThe Worlds Fair895 Sq Ft$1,763
Bell Walkers CrossingThe Scarlet Oak882 Sq Ft$1,480
Overlook at FarragutA2 - 1/1 (LeConte Lodge - Corner)881 Sq Ft$1,700
The Collective at SutherlandThe Sutherland870 Sq Ft$1,549

Cheapest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 13, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is the 1BD/1BA Model starting from $900 at Forestdale Village in the Holston Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Knoxville 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Morningside Gardens Apartments starting at $935 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Knoxville is currently $1,564. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA$900
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$935
Live in Comfort at Evergreen Apartments in1BR/1.0BA$950
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom$960
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom remodel$985
Highland Terrace CommunitiesHighland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath$999
Meadowood Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath (small)$1,040
Creek Ridge ApartmentsCardinal$1,050

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Knoxville Overview

Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville retains its Appalachian heritage while welcoming a melting pot of modern tastes and global cultures. Whether you’re interested in renting apartments in Knoxville because you’ve heard about its designation as “America’s Most Romantic City,” because you can’t get enough of the champion Lady Vols, or to take advantage of its rich employment opportunities, Knoxville has a wealth of apartment choices in both the downtown and surrounding areas.

Why live in Knoxville, TN?

Along with the benefits of life in Knoxville apartments with its mild climate, sophisticated transit system and wealth of local media, colorful, cultural Knoxville draws residents from all parts of the country, live in its unique neighborhoods, riverfront benefits and Smoky Mountain flavor.

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Getting Around Knoxville, TN

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Knoxville with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Knoxville is at Forestdale Village listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is $1,564.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Knoxville is a 1,099 square feet unit starting from $2,439 at Yardley Flats Apartments.

What is the average size for Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Knoxville is currently 692 sq ft.

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