Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $500 (19 Rentals)

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Plantation Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plantation Manor

3235-3243 Washington PikeKnoxville, TN 37917
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2905 E Fifth Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2905 E Fifth Ave

2905 E Fifth AveKnoxville, TN 37914

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4448 Holston Dr
Studio Apartments

4448 Holston Dr

4448 Holston DrKnoxville, TN 37914
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Riverview Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Park

3219 River Maple WayKnoxville, TN 37914
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East Knoxville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Knoxville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Knoxville area of Knoxville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Morningside Gardens Apartments priced from $935. North Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable East Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
North Hills ApartmentsThe Glen1BR,1BA$935
The Shiloh Ridge Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$950
Sunset Rill Apartments2 BEDS2BR,1BA$1,025
Graham Apartments1X1 201-2041BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Knoxville, TN

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Knoxville area is the $1.30 price per square foot Three Bed One Bath Model at The Dandridge in the in the Holston Hills neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value East Knoxville apartment is the 2606 Jefferson Ave Model at 2606 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,650 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Holston Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The DandridgeThree Bed One Bath3BR,1BA$1.30
2606 Jefferson Ave, Unit 12606 Jefferson Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.83
Sunset Rill Apartments2 BEDS2BR,1BA$1.20
The Shiloh Ridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.59
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak1BR,1BA$1.50
3935 Linden Ave, Unit 113935 Linden Ave1BR,1BA$1.60
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.71
Graham Apartments1X1 101-1041BR,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #41

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Knoxville Neighborhood in Knoxville, TN

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Knoxville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Knoxville?

The cheapest apartment in East Knoxville is Morningside Gardens Apartments which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in East Knoxville costs $1,325.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 10 regular apartments in East 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 East Knoxville?

Cheap apartments in East Knoxville have an average cost of $313 which is $1,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Knoxville.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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