
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN from $400 with Swimming Pool (46 Rentals)
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3720 Spruce Ridge Way, Unit 2212 A

Cedar Ridge Apartments

Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments

Windsor Court Apartments

Carlton Square

Tiffany Square

Londontown Apartments

Sunset Rill Apartments
Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Expert's Guide to Renting in the Heart of Tennessee
Discover why Knoxville, Tennessee is one of the South's best places to rent. Explore top neighborhoods, universities, restaurants, and everything the city has to offer.

The Abigail

Ivy at West Hills

The Mark Knoxville

The District Knoxville

Woodview Terrace

West Towne Manor

Steeplechase Apartment Homes

Crestridge

Creek Ridge Apartments
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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West Hills Village Apartments

Northshore Woods

Spring Meadow Apartments

Element at Cedar Bluff

Emerson

West Gate Terrace

Sutters Mill Apartments

Deane Hill Apartments

Meadowood Apartments
Knoxville Living: Mapping Your Next Apartment Near the City's Biggest Businesses
Looking for a rental in Knoxville? Our guide breaks down 20+ neighborhoods with affordable housing, great schools, and easy access to job opportunities across Knox County.

Eastowne Village Apartments

City South Apartments

Mountain View

Vetra West Hills

Country Club

Barclay House Apartments

Raintree Apartments

Brendon Park Apartments

Copper Pointe
Knoxville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Walker Springs Apartments

Carriage Hill

Rocky View Apartment Homes

Cassell Ridge

Williamsburg Village

Goldelm at 414 Flats

Highland Terrace Apartments

Courtyards

Windy Lakes Apartments
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knoxville Studio Apartments | $1,337 | $850 | $2,199 |
| Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $875 | $4,100 |
| Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $799 | $4,213 |
| Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,038 | $699 | $4,155 |
| Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $720 | $3,516 |
| Knoxville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $1,000 | $1,899 |
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Knoxville's College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting
Searching for student housing in Knoxville? Discover affordable rentals in neighborhoods near top colleges in Knoxville, TN.
Read ArticleDon't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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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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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 $945.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Knoxville?
The cheapest apartment in Knoxville is 5611 Lon Roberts Dr which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Knoxville costs $1,883.
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 4,970 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 $1,022 which is $861 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knoxville.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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.

Knoxvilles College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting
Written by: Wendy Melton
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.

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.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.