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

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The Hammond
$1,235 - $1,657
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Hammond

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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1715 Fay St

KnoxvilleTN37921

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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. Ivy at West Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Forest Heights apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Abigail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Ivy at West HillsEnglish IvyStudio,1BA$999
Sutters Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,110
Emerson1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,129
Reserve at Third Creek ApartmentsReserve at Third Creek Apartments2BR,1BA$1,149
Bell View at Northshore ApartmentsBell View at Northshore Apartments1BR,1BA$1,199
CrestridgeThe Lonas1BR,1BA$1,227
Addison at SutherlandThe Madison1BR,1BA$1,245
KB WillowsThe Ashe1BR,1BA$1,265
WindoverThe Dogwood1BR,1BA$1,283

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Heights, TN

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Heights area is the $1.45 price per square foot C2R Model at Mountain Brook Knoxville in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,529. The second greatest value Forest Heights apartment is the Liberty View Apartments Model at Liberty View 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.
Mountain Brook KnoxvilleC2R3BR,2BA$1.45
Liberty ViewLiberty View Apartments2BR,1BA$1.35
The Hammond2 Bdrm Garden Premium2BR,1BA$1.59
The Collective at SutherlandThe Kenny1BR,1BA$1.62
Reserve At Third CreekReserve at Third Creek Apartments2BR,1BA$1.44
Addison at SutherlandThe Madison1BR,1BA$1.56
Sutters Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.46
Bell View at NorthshoreBell View at Northshore Apartments1BR,1BA$1.71
The Abigail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
Ivy at West HillsEnglish IvyStudio ,1BA$1.54

Knoxville's College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

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 $1,249.

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

Written by: Wendy Melton

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

Written by: Wendy Melton

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

Written by: Wendy Melton

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.