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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15

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2136 Cumberland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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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: June 15, 2026

There are currently 3290 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Knoxville, TN that range in price from $800 to $4,100. North Knoxville, Outer Northside and West 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
North Knoxville198$1,424$875
Outer Northside198$1,424$875
West Knoxville193$1,394$880
Westside161$1,361$880
Uptown Knoxville150$1,345$875
Outer Southside140$1,615$875
South Knoxville140$1,615$875
Fourth Gill98$1,814$880
Old City98$1,813$880
Emory Place97$1,814$880

Largest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is found at Willow Creek Apartments in the West Knoxville neighborhood and is 1,036 square feet priced from $1,030. Topside 333 in the South Knoxville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 960 square feet and currently listed start at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Willow Creek Apartments1x11,036 Sq Ft$1,030
Topside 3331 Bed Deluxe960 Sq Ft$1,550
The HenleyThe Sterling950 Sq Ft$1,483
Castle Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA Apartment Coming Soon!950 Sq Ft$1,240
Legends at Oak GroveA4 The Carriage - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom943 Sq Ft$1,675
Icon Apartment Homes at Hardin ValleyA3 - Appalachian922 Sq Ft$1,765
Yardley Flats ApartmentsClipper902 Sq Ft$3,199
Wellsley Park at Deane Hill ApartmentsThe Worlds Fair895 Sq Ft$1,743
Overlook at FarragutA2 - 1/1 (LeConte Lodge - Corner)881 Sq Ft$1,600
Caelian South Grove ApartmentsAura873 Sq Ft$1,509

Cheapest Available Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Knoxville, TN is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $800 at 5611 Lon Roberts Dr in the North Knoxville neighborhood. The second most affordable Knoxville 1 Bedroom is the Apt H Model at 4308 Bounds Rd starting at $875 in the West Knoxville neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Knoxville is currently $1,553. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Knoxville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
5611 Lon Roberts Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths$800
4308 Bounds RdApt H$875
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$880
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom remodel$900
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom$920
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$945
Cherokee Ridge ApartmentsThe Appalachia$950
The District Knoxville1x1-Elm-R$975
Sunset Rill Apartments1 BEDROOM$975
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak$995

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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 5611 Lon Roberts Dr listed at $800.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is $1,553.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Knoxville is a 1,036 square feet unit starting from $1,030 at Willow Creek 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 639 sq ft.

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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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Knoxvilles College Scene: An Experts 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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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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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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