Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN from $400 (25 Rentals)
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Cheap Apartments in Knoxville.

University Park

Commons at Knoxville

Redpoint Knoxville

Quarry Trail
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Tradition Knoxville

Flagship Kerns

Society 865

University Walk | Student Housing

North Park Apartments

The Park at Fountain City
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The Six @ Forest

Slate at 901

Nova Knoxville
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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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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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Knoxville, TN Local Guide
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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 $1,050.
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 $2,083.
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 3,325 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 $977 which is $1,106 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knoxville.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.

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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.