Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hills Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (63 Rentals)

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property at 1928 Vermont Ave

$1,000

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$1,000
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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1928 Vermont Ave

KnoxvilleTN37921

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property at 1507 Highland Ave

$1,150

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$1,150
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$1,150

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

1507 Highland Ave, Unit #B402, Unit #B402

1507 Highland Ave
KnoxvilleTN37916

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property at 1700 Clinch Ave

$1,175

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$1,175
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$1,175

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

1700 Clinch Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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Westview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

3212 Joyce AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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1309 Forest Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1309 Forest Ave

1309 Forest AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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316 James Agee St
2 Bedroom Apartments

316 James Agee St

316 James Agee StKnoxville, TN 37916

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White Avenue Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

White Avenue Apartments

1303 White AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Pleasant Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant Terrace

4601 Pleasant Ridge RdKnoxville, TN 37912
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Sutherland Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sutherland Flats

510 Vista Glen WayKnoxville, TN 37919
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Highland Terrace IV
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace IV

2329-2343 Highland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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The Highland On Laurel
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Highland On Laurel

1533 Laurel AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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The Flats at The Pike
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats at The Pike

1501 Washington PikeKnoxville, TN 37917
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Sterchi's Lofts
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sterchi's Lofts

116 S Gay StKnoxville, TN 37902
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College Hills, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Commons at KnoxvilleD1 Renovated4BR,2BA$935
BouldercrestStudioStudio,1BA$950
The Mark KnoxvilleE1 - 5x55BR,5BA$950
The Abigail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,003
MaplehurstEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,025
North Park ApartmentsB32BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hills, TN

As of May 19, 2026 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pleasant Ridge StablesPleasant Stables3BR,2.5BA$1.42
Emporium Lofts2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.32
Slate at 9014x2B4BR,2BA$0.93
Emerson3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.45
Liberty View ApartmentsLiberty View Apartments2BR,1BA$1.35
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.24
University Walk | Student Housing2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.40
Reserve at Third Creek ApartmentsReserve at Third Creek Apartments2BR,1BA$1.44
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07
North Park ApartmentsB32BR,1BA$1.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
College Hills, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #12

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Hills is at Bouldercrest listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Hills Apartment is $880 at 16th Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Hills is starting from $799 at Tradition Knoxville.

What is the most affordable College Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap College Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Society 865 and starts from $799.

Expert Rental Resources

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