
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hills Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Carlton Square

The Mark Knoxville

Highland Terrace Communities

Bouldercrest

2223 Laurel Ave, Unit 5

Goldelm at 414 Flats

Emerson
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The Abigail

Cassell Ridge

Overlook at Beaumont

Meadowood Apartments

203 12th St

North Park Apartments

Rand at Tillery Apartment Homes

Hub Knoxville
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Carriage Hill

1628 Clinch Ave

Crestridge

The Collective at Sutherland

Palmer

1414 Chicago Ave

Mountain Brook Knoxville

Reserve At Third Creek
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Westview Apartments

Highland Terrace Apartments

1309 Forest Ave

Ridgebrook Apartments

16th Place Apartments

316 James Agee St

Sutherland Flats

White Avenue Apartments
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Hill Park House Apartments

Pleasant Terrace

The Flats at Pond Gap

Highland Terrace IV

The Highland On Laurel

The Flats at The Pike

Sterchi's Lofts

The Highland V
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Papermill Square

Dunhill Flats
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Hills Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $925 | $2,105 |
| College Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $800 | $4,100 |
| College Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $799 | $3,475 |
| College Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $799 | $4,275 |
| College Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $890 | $2,367 |
| College Hills 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $925 | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
| The Mark Knoxville | E1 - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $925 |
| Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $959 |
| Goldelm at 414 Flats | The Henley | Studio,1BA | $988 |
| The Abigail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Emerson | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Cassell Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,003 |
| Highland Terrace Communities | Highland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Bouldercrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hills, TN
As of January 18, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Ridge Stables | Pleasant Stables | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| Emporium Lofts | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Slate at 901 | 4x2B | 4BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Carriage Hill | 2 Bed 2 Bed, Large Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Liberty View | Liberty View Apartments | $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Cassell Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Reserve At Third Creek | Reserve at Third Creek Apartments | $500 MOVE I... | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Meadowood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Abigail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Hills, Knoxville, TN
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 The Abigail which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in College Hills costs $1,635.
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 335 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 $1,129 which is $506 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Hills.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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