
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN Under $1,500 (132 Rentals)


The Rowan

The Park at Fountain City

North Park Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments
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The Adelade

The Grove at Deane Hill

Knox High Apartments

Cottages on Tazewell

KB Willows

The Collective at Sutherland

Copper Pointe

Hudson on the Greenway

City South Apartments

The District Knoxville

Palmer

The Abigail
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Views at Elm Grove

Goldelm at 414 Flats

Retreat West Hills

Evergreen at the Bluffs

West Hills Village Apartments

Kingston Pointe Apartments

Goldelm at Cedar Bluff

Goldelm at the Metropolitan

Deane Hill Apartments

The Everly
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Quarry Trail

The Meridian

Rand at Tillery

Rand Stockton

Castle Terrace Apartments

Canyon & Knox Landing

Altitude @ 6313
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First Creek at Austin

Element at Cedar Bluff

Walker Springs Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

Ivy at West Hills

Country Club

Spring Meadow Apartments

Lovell Crossing Apartments
Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Knoxville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Knoxville Studio Apartments | $1,585 | $775 | $3,539 |
Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $780 | $5,962 |
Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $799 | $7,499 |
Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $730 | $6,217 |
Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $599 | $4,500 |
Knoxville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $1,199 | $1,580 |
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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
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- 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 16th Place Apartments listed at $780.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is $1,672.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Knoxville is a 1,398 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Emporium Lofts.
What is the average size for Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Knoxville is currently 959 sq ft.
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An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN
Written by: Wendy Melton
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.

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.