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Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Expert's Guide to Renting in the Heart of Tennessee

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EVER Knoxville
$2,174 - $2,274

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Base Rent$1,449 - $2,274
Total Monthly Price$1,449 - $2,274
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 12, 2027

EVER Knoxville

1919 Lake AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Knoxville Living: Mapping Your Next Apartment Near the City's Biggest Businesses

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Union Knoxville
$2,014 - $2,034

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Base Rent$1,179 - $2,034
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14, 2027

Union Knoxville

2136 Cumberland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Knoxville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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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 14, 2026

There are currently 2916 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Knoxville, TN that range in price from $720 to $4,310. West Knoxville, Westside and North Knoxville 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 Knoxville207$1,421$720
Westside186$1,359$720
North Knoxville159$1,375$820
Outer Northside159$1,375$820
Outer Southside117$1,586$720
South Knoxville117$1,586$720
Uptown Knoxville114$1,345$875
Old City86$1,796$880
Fourth Gill85$1,796$880
Emory Place84$1,799$880

Largest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is found at Greystone Summit Knoxville in the West Knoxville neighborhood and is 1,075 square feet priced from $1,630. Aventine Northshore in the Maryville Alcoa neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 985 square feet and currently listed start at $2,143. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Greystone Summit KnoxvilleThe Lookout Sunroom1,075 Sq Ft$1,630
Aventine NorthshoreA6985 Sq Ft$2,143
Walker's CrossingThe Hickory978 Sq Ft$1,661
Castle Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA950 Sq Ft$1,074
The HenleyThe Sterling950 Sq Ft$1,472
Icon Apartment Homes at Hardin ValleyA3 - Appalachian922 Sq Ft$1,669
Crescent EbenezerConrad921 Sq Ft$1,825
Greystone Vista Apartment HomesApex - D906 Sq Ft$1,630
The Reserve at Raintree1 Bedroom900 Sq Ft$1,300
Wellsley Park at Deane Hill ApartmentsThe Worlds Fair895 Sq Ft$1,650

Cheapest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 14, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is the 1 bed 1 bath Model starting from $875 at The Village Apartments in the North Knoxville neighborhood. The second most affordable Knoxville 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at 16th Place Apartments starting at $880 in the West Knoxville neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Knoxville is currently $1,545. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Village Apartments1 bed 1 bath$875
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$880
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom remodel$900
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom$920
Goldelm at the Metropolitan1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$927
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$945
Cherokee Ridge ApartmentsThe Appalachia$950
The District Knoxville1x1-Elm-R$975
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak$995
Canyon and Knox Landing ApartmentsKnox A1$999

Knoxville's College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 The Village Apartments listed at $875.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is $1,545.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Knoxville is a 1,075 square feet unit starting from $1,630 at Greystone Summit Knoxville.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Knoxville is currently 620 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Expert's Guide to Renting in the Heart of Tennessee

Written by: Wendy Melton

Knoxville, Tennessee, is a jewel in the heart of the South. Many travelers who pass through often return again and again because of the hospitality and friendliness of local residents.

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Knoxville Living: Mapping Your Next Apartment Near the Citys Biggest Businesses

Written by: Wendy Melton

With a population of over 190,000, Knoxville, Tennessee, is the third-largest city in the state. It sits adjacent to the Tennessee River.

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Knoxvilles College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

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Knoxville, Tennessee, is located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. The quiet calm of the mountains is the perfect place for college students to study and focus on their education.

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An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN

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Knoxville is considered to be a jewel of the south. It is the largest city in the eastern half of Tennessee and home to the main campus of the University of Tennessee.

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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