
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mechanicsville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (34 Rentals)
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2223 Laurel Ave, Unit 5

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Overlook at Beaumont
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Rand at Tillery

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First Creek at Austin

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Mechanicsville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mechanicsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsville Studio Apartments | $1,606 | $800 | $2,105 |
| Mechanicsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $945 | $4,100 |
| Mechanicsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $799 | $3,475 |
| Mechanicsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $799 | $4,275 |
| Mechanicsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $890 | $2,367 |
| Mechanicsville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $925 | $2,726 |
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Cheapest Available Mechanicsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mechanicsville area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at The Landings priced from $799. Tradition Knoxville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Mechanicsville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landings | The Tennessee- Full Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
| The Mark Knoxville | E1 - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $925 |
| Morningside Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $959 |
| Cassell Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,021 |
| Southside Flats | 1A Type B 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,054 |
| Bouldercrest | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsville, TN
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mechanicsville area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at Sutherland Loft Townhouses in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Mechanicsville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the North Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mechanicsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutherland Loft Townhouses | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Slate at 901 | 4x2B | 4BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Liberty View | Liberty View Apartments | $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 2103 Major Ave, Unit 2103 Major Ave | 2103 Major Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| First Creek at Austin | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Cassell Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Rand at Tillery | Pre lease now and move in before Christmas. Thi... | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Southside Flats | 1A Type B 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mechanicsville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mechanicsville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mechanicsville is under $1,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mechanicsville?
The cheapest apartment in Mechanicsville is Morningside Gardens Apartments which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Mechanicsville costs $1,766.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mechanicsville?
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 350 regular apartments in Mechanicsville 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 Mechanicsville?
Cheap apartments in Mechanicsville have an average cost of $1,330 which is $436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mechanicsville.
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