Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $500 (18 Rentals)

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Plantation Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plantation Manor

3235-3243 Washington PikeKnoxville, TN 37917
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4448 Holston Dr
Studio Apartments

4448 Holston Dr

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

Riverview Park

3219 River Maple WayKnoxville, TN 37914
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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 North Hills Apartments priced from $875. Morningside Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable East Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
North Hills ApartmentsThe Glen1BR,1BA$875
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$945
Sunset Rill Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$975
The Shiloh Ridge Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$999
Graham Apartments1X1 201-2041BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Knoxville, TN

As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Knoxville area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Ammons at Asheville Highway in the in the Holston Hills neighborhood starting from $1,312. The second greatest value East Knoxville apartment is the 2 Bed Model at The Shiloh Ridge Apartments starting at $999 with a $1.21 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.
Ammons at Asheville Highway2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.40
The Shiloh Ridge Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.21
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak1BR,1BA$1.33
Sunset Rill Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.57
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Graham Apartments1X1 201-2041BR,1BA$2.52

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 North Hills Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in East Knoxville costs $1,327.

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 14 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 $524 which is $803 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Knoxville.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Knoxvilles College Scene: An Experts Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

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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.

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Knoxville Living: Mapping Your Next Apartment Near the Citys Biggest Businesses

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With a population of over 190,000, Knoxville, Tennessee, is the third-largest city in the state. It sits adjacent to the Tennessee River.

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Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Experts Guide to Renting in the Heart of Tennessee

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.