
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN from $400 (133 Rentals)
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Sequoyah Village Apartments

16th Place Apartments

3831 Cherokee Woods Way

1121 Tree Top Way

121 Pruett Pl

612 South Studios

The Village Apartments

Carlton Square
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3921 Cherokee Woods Way

Cedar Ridge Apartments

Tiffany Square

Windsor Court

Forestdale Village

1737 Moses Ave

3825 Cherokee Woods Way

Morningside Gardens Apartments

1105 Tree Top Way

129 Hillcrest Dr
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West Gate Terrace

North Hills Apartments

Maplehurst

Evergreen Terrace

Woodview Terrace

Canyon & Knox Landing

Altitude @ 6313
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Red Bud Apartments

Bouldercrest

Golf View Apartments

2323 E Magnolia Ave, Unit 3

West Towne Manor

Willow Creek Apartments

1903 Piney Grove Church Rd

City South Apartments

Meadowood Apartments

Northshore Woods

North Park Apartments

The Abigail

Rand Stockton
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Creek Ridge Apartments

108 E Inskip Dr

1919 Hoitt Ave

411 Sharp Ln NE

Barclay House Apartments

The District Knoxville

Steeplechase Apartment Homes

The Park at Fountain City

The Dandridge
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Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Knoxville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Knoxville Studio Apartments | $1,603 | $775 | $3,537 |
Cheap Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $780 | $5,962 |
Cheap Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $799 | $7,628 |
Cheap Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,131 | $730 | $6,074 |
Cheap Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $599 | $4,500 |
Knoxville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $1,199 | $1,580 |
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Knoxville, TN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Knoxville, TN
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Knoxville, TN area range in price from $599 to $7,499 with an overall median price of $2,069. The three Knoxville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fountain City at $800, Norwood at $960, and East Knoxville at $815. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Knoxville Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Fountain City | $900 | $800 | 1 |
Norwood | $1,550 | $960 | 94 |
East Knoxville | $1,587 | $815 | 26 |
Whittle Springs | $1,595 | $800 | 30 |
Uptown Knoxville | $1,600 | $599 | 318 |
Lakemoor Hills | $1,609 | $775 | 42 |
Marble City | $1,609 | $699 | 113 |
West View | $1,609 | $699 | 83 |
Middlebrook Heights | $1,644 | $775 | 87 |
Forest Heights | $1,669 | $775 | 65 |
Cheapest Available Knoxville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Knoxville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at 16th Place Apartments in the West Knoxville neighborhood priced from $780. Forestdale Village in the Holston Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Knoxville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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16th Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Forestdale Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Morningside Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Oakview Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
White Oak Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $993 |
Woodview Terrace | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Altitude @ 6313 | Studio Elevation 3000 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Cedar Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Golf View Apartments | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Knoxville area is the $0.31 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Knox Ridge in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $969. The second greatest value Knoxville apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Model at Redpoint Knoxville starting at $849 with a $0.61 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Knox Ridge | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.31 |
Redpoint Knoxville | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
Woodbury Crossing | 3 C Floor Plan | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
West Towne Manor | 2 Bedroom- Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
Meadowood Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
River Hill Townhomes | Cobalt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
Golf View Apartments | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
West Gate Terrace | 2 Bedroom Garden - Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
White Oak Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Cedar Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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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 Cheap Knoxville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Knoxville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Knoxville is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Knoxville?
The cheapest apartment in Knoxville is 16th Place Apartments which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in Knoxville costs $2,069.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Knoxville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3,274 regular apartments in Knoxville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Knoxville?
Cheap apartments in Knoxville have an average cost of $969 which is $1,100 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knoxville.
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An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN
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