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Westview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

3212 Joyce AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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Pine Ridge Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

4700 Schubert RdKnoxville, TN 37912
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Shenandoah Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shenandoah Apartments

3400 Tazewell PikeKnoxville, TN 37918
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Lynnwood Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lynnwood Arms

305-309 Lynnwood DrKnoxville, TN 37918
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Ridgecrest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgecrest Apartments

2412 NE Ridgecrest DrKnoxville, TN 37918
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2601-2609 Bridalwood Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2601-2609 Bridalwood Dr

2601-2609 Bridalwood DrKnoxville, TN 37917
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North Knoxville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Knoxville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Knoxville area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Society 865 priced from $799. The Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable North Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
The Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$935
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
North Hills ApartmentsThe Glen1BR,1BA$975
Live in Comfort at Evergreen Apartments in1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$975
Golf View Apartments2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000
Highland Terrace CommunitiesHighland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,029

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Knoxville, TN

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Knoxville area is the $1.17 price per square foot D6 Model at Union Knoxville in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,430. The second greatest value North Knoxville apartment is the Jasmine Model at Ivy at West Hills starting at $1,399 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Union KnoxvilleD64BR,4BA$1.17
Ivy at West HillsJasmine2BR,1.5BA$1.17
West Towne Manor2 Bedroom- Garden2BR,1.5BA$0.90
Woodbury Crossing3 B Floor Plan3BR,2BA$1.01
Palmer2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Summercrest Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.33
Castle Terrace Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.32
Golf View Apartments2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.32
The Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.33

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North Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

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Among neighborhoods in Knoxville, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Knoxville. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $1,029.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Knoxville?

The cheapest apartment in North Knoxville is The Village Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in North Knoxville costs $1,967.

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 200 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 $907 which is $1,060 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Knoxville.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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