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property at 1928 Vermont Ave

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1928 Vermont Ave

KnoxvilleTN37921

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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 2 Beds unit found at Tradition Knoxville priced from $799. Society 865 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable North Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
Canyon and Knox Landing ApartmentsKnox S1Studio,1BA$879
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Evergreen TerraceOne Bedroom remodel1BR,1BA$900
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$920
Windsor Court ApartmentsCanterburyStudio,1BA$927
Commons at KnoxvilleD1 Renovated4BR,2BA$935
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$945
BouldercrestStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Knoxville, TN

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Knoxville area is the $0.83 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments in the in the North Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value North Knoxville apartment is the 4x2B Model at Slate at 901 starting at $1,099 with a $0.93 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.
Oak Crest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
Slate at 9014x2B4BR,2BA$0.93
Castle Terrace Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.16
Rocky View Apartment HomesRocky View 2BDR Special2BR,2BA$1.29
Williamsburg Village2 Bed 1 Bath with washer/dryer2BR,1BA$1.20
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.24
Woodbury Crossing2 A Floor Plan2BR,1BA$1.21
The Village Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.22
The Shiloh Ridge Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.21
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07

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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

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Knoxville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Knoxville is at Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments listed at $879.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Knoxville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Knoxville Apartment is $880 at 16th Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Knoxville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Knoxville is starting from $799 at Tradition Knoxville.

What is the most affordable North Knoxville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Knoxville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Society 865 and starts from $799.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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