
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hills Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (40 Rentals)
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Carlton Square

Maplehurst

Highland Terrace Communities

Bouldercrest

Barclay House Apartments

The Mark Knoxville

Overlook at Beaumont
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Rand at Tillery

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The Abigail

The Collective at Sutherland

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Goldelm at 414 Flats

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Mountain Brook Knoxville
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College Hills, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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College Hills Studio Apartments | $1,616 | $969 | $2,099 |
College Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $850 | $4,100 |
College Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $760 | $3,275 |
College Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $799 | $4,115 |
College Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $699 | $2,367 |
College Hills 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $1,050 | $2,726 |
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Cheapest Available College Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hills area of Knoxville, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Tradition Knoxville priced from $799. Society 865 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable College Hills apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
Slate at 901 | 3x3 Double | 3BR,3BA | $800 |
Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $849 |
Maplehurst | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $969 |
Highland Terrace Communities | Highland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Meadowood Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath (small) | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
The Mark Knoxville | E5B - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $1,050 |
Overlook at Beaumont | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,054 |
Bouldercrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hills, TN
As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Hills area is the $1.42 price per square foot Pleasant Stables Model at Pleasant Ridge Stables in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value College Hills apartment is the 2-bedroom Model at Emporium Lofts starting at $1,900 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pleasant Ridge Stables | Pleasant Stables | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
Emporium Lofts | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Sutherland Loft Townhouses | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
Slate at 901 | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $0.98 |
1920 Grand Ave, Unit 101 | 1920 Grand Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.67 |
Liberty View Apartments | Liberty View Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Reserve at Third Creek Apartments | Reserve at Third Creek Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Knox High Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Meadowood Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath (small) | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Hills, Knoxville, TN
Ranked #16
Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Knoxville, TN. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the College Hills Neighborhood in Knoxville, TN
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 College Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in College Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College Hills is under $1,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Hills?
The cheapest apartment in College Hills is Highland Terrace Communities which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in College Hills costs $1,749.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Hills?
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 238 regular apartments in College Hills 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 College Hills?
Cheap apartments in College Hills have an average cost of $1,152 which is $597 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Hills.
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