Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Heights Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (32 Rentals)

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The Hammond Apartments
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$1,265 - $1,572
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$1,265 - $1,572

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Hammond Apartments

4619 Sunflower RdKnoxville, TN 37909
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Westview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

3212 Joyce AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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Kenwood Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood Apartments

1160 Kenesaw AveKnoxville, TN 37919
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Sutherland Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sutherland Flats

510 Vista Glen WayKnoxville, TN 37919
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Papermill Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Papermill Square

3820 Papermill SqKnoxville, TN 37909
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Dunhill Flats
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dunhill Flats

1036 Dunhill WayKnoxville, TN 37919
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Forest Heights, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Heights area of Knoxville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Abigail priced from $999. Londontown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Forest Heights apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Abigail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Londontown Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,050
Ivy at West HillsEnglish IvyStudio,1BA$1,099
Sutters Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,110
Reserve at Third Creek ApartmentsReserve at Third Creek Apartments2BR,1BA$1,149
West Towne Manor2 Bedroom- Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,175
The Collective at SutherlandThe Dolly1BR,1BA$1,199
Emerson2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1,199
Papermill SquareThe Dolly1BR,1BA$1,199
CrestridgeThe Lonas1BR,1BA$1,245

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, TN

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2 Bedroom- Townhouse Model at West Towne Manor in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the Liberty View Apartments Model at Liberty View Apartments starting at $1,349 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West Towne Manor2 Bedroom- Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Liberty View ApartmentsLiberty View Apartments2BR,1BA$1.35
Emerson2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1.35
Reserve at Third Creek ApartmentsReserve at Third Creek Apartments2BR,1BA$1.44
Addison at SutherlandThe Madison1BR,1BA$1.56
Goldelm at 414 FlatsThe Summit1BR,1BA$1.69
Sutters Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.46
Londontown Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.46
The Abigail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
Ivy at West HillsEnglish IvyStudio ,1BA$1.69

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Forest Heights, Knoxville, and the greater Knoxville area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Heights Apartment is $999 at The Abigail.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Heights is starting from $1,149 at Reserve at Third Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Forest Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Forest Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emerson and starts from $1,299.

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.

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.