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Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 03, 2026

There are currently 4085 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Knoxville, TN that range in price from $850 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 Knoxville266$1,379$850
North Knoxville248$1,549$850
Outer Northside248$1,549$850
Westside225$1,345$850
Uptown Knoxville152$1,379$850
Outer Southside122$1,680$850
South Knoxville122$1,680$850
Mechanicsville118$1,772$945
Old City118$1,750$945
Emory Place117$1,750$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 $2,929. Greystone Vista in the West Knoxville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,075 square feet and currently listed start at $1,730. 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$2,929
Greystone VistaApex - S1,075 Sq Ft$1,730
Greystone PointeTasman with Sunroom1,075 Sq Ft$1,695
Livano KnoxvilleA8 - Type A1,032 Sq Ft$2,550
Knox High ApartmentsOne Bedroom970 Sq Ft$1,975
Topside 3331 Bed Deluxe960 Sq Ft$1,550
The HenleyThe Sterling950 Sq Ft$1,416
Legends at Oak GroveA4 The Carriage - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom943 Sq Ft$1,713
The DanielThe Daniel - B3940 Sq Ft$1,800
Icon Apartment Homes at Hardin ValleyA3 - Appalachian922 Sq Ft$1,655

Cheapest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $935 at Morningside Gardens Apartments in the Holston Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Knoxville 1 Bedroom is the The Glen Model at North Hills Apartments starting at $935 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Knoxville is currently $1,527. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$935
North Hills ApartmentsThe Glen$935
Live in Comfort at Evergreen Apartments in Knoxville!1BR/1.0BA$975
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom remodel$985
Element at Cedar BluffOne Bedroom | One Bathroom$999
Hudson on the Greenway1 Bedroom | One Bathroom$999
The Abigail1 Bedroom$999
Cedar Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment$1,000
Creek Ridge ApartmentsCardinal$1,000
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA$1,000

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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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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 Morningside Gardens Apartments listed at $935.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is $1,527.

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 $2,929 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 813 sq ft.

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