
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the North Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $800 (84 Rentals)


5267 Fountainhead Ln

5267 Fountainhead Ln

1737 Moses Ave

Carlton Square

The Village Apartments

16th Place Apartments

302 Olive St, Unit 202

Windsor Court Apartments

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3935 Linden Ave, Unit 11, Unit 11
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1402 Grand Ave, Unit C, Unit C

North Hills Apartments

Morningside Gardens Apartments

Oakview Apartments

Sunset Rill Apartments

Evergreen Terrace

1628 Clinch Ave

Canyon & Knox Landing

The Park at Fountain City

1928 Vermont Ave
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Forestdale Village

5267 Fountainhead Ln

525 E Morelia Ave

City South Apartments

Willow Creek Apartments

Overlook at Beaumont

West Towne Manor

North Park Apartments

Meadowood Apartments

Creek Ridge Apartments
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Rand Stockton Apartment Homes

Highland Terrace Communities

Kinley Lofts

Bouldercrest

5024 Jacksboro Pike

Eastowne Village Apartments

Steeplechase Apartment Homes

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The Hammond Apartments

The Collective at Sutherland

Views at Elm Grove
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Addison at Sutherland

Hillside Place Apartments

6423 Son Light Way

6407 Son Light Way

6427 Son Light Way

6473 Son Light Way

6485 Son Light Way

6435 Son Light Way, Unit 4A

Graham Apartments

Spring Meadow Apartments
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North Knoxville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Knoxville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Knoxville Studio Apartments | $1,404 | $795 | $2,199 |
North Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $800 | $4,100 |
| North Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $750 | $4,785 |
| North Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $799 | $4,275 |
| North Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $725 | $3,213 |
| North Knoxville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $950 | $2,726 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Knoxville, Knoxville, TN
Ranked #3
Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Knoxville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Knoxville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Knoxville is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Knoxville?
The cheapest apartment in North Knoxville is 16th Place Apartments which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in North Knoxville costs $1,620.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 400 regular apartments in North 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 North Knoxville?
Cheap apartments in North Knoxville have an average cost of $956 which is $664 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Knoxville.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

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.

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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.