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property at 1700 Clinch Ave
$990 - $1,255
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
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1700 Clinch Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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property at 204 Wynn Ave
$1,095
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Sep 18
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204 Wynn Ave

KnoxvilleTN37920
property at 1606 River Poppy Rd
$1,100

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Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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1606 River Poppy Rd

MascotTN37806
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property at 2733 Jersey Ave
$1,100 - $1,350
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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2733 Jersey Ave

KnoxvilleTN37919

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property at 3212 E Magnolia Ave
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now
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3212 E Magnolia Ave

KnoxvilleTN37914
property at 3210 E Magnolia Ave
$1,150

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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3210 E Magnolia Ave

KnoxvilleTN37914
property at 1507 Highland Ave
$820 - $1,625
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Aug 1, 2027
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1507 Highland Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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property at 914 Jerry St
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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914 Jerry St

SeymourTN37865

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Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Knoxville, TN

Pricing Updated: 09/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Knoxville, TN area range in price from $699 to $5,099 with an overall median price of $1,534. The three Knoxville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fountain City at $1,100, East Knoxville at $1,195, and Colonial Village at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Knoxville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fountain City$1,100$8753
East Knoxville$1,195$87521
Colonial Village$1,200$87518
Inskip$1,239$87018
Halls Crossroads$1,259$8759
Burlington$1,270$9997
Norwood$1,320$93046
Lakemoor Hills$1,345$85046
Middlebrook Heights$1,347$799151
Lyons View$1,365$799121

Cheapest Available Knoxville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Knoxville, TN is a 5 Beds unit found at The Mark Knoxville in the West Knoxville neighborhood priced from $799. Tradition Knoxville in the West Knoxville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Knoxville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Mark KnoxvilleE5 - 5x55BR,5BA$799
Tradition KnoxvilleAndrews2BR,1BA$815
The Village Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$875
Cedar Ridge ApartmentsJunior ApartmentStudio,1BA$875
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
White Oak Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$890
Commons at KnoxvilleD1 Renovated4BR,2BA$890
Red Bud1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 829121BR,1BA$895
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom remodel1BR,1BA$900
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$920

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knoxville area is the $0.72 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Model at Redpoint Knoxville in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Knoxville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the North Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redpoint Knoxville3 Bedroom, 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.72
Oak Crest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
Red Bud Apartments2Bd/1.5Ba2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Cassell Ridge3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.05
West Gate Terrace2 Bedroom Garden - Plantation2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Carriage Hill2 Bed 2 Bed, Large Garden2BR,2BA$1.14
Tiffany Square2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.08
White Oak Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Flagship Kern's ApartmentsAcademic Year 2026 - 2027 - B12BR,2BA$1.11
Tradition KnoxvillePorters2BR,1BA$1.15

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Knoxville

What type of rentals are currently available in Knoxville?

There are currently 919 Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN with pricing that ranges from $699 to $5,099. There are also 526 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Knoxville ranging from $825 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Knoxville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Knoxville ranges from $825 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,014.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Knoxville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Knoxville range from $699 to $4,660, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,625 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $699.

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Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Expert's 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.

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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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Knoxvilles College Scene: An Expert's 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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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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