Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (52 Rentals)

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Westview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

3212 Joyce AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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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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Whittle Springs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Whittle Springs

4415 Whittle Springs RdKnoxville, TN 37917
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Meadowbrook Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

3610 Lyons WayKnoxville, TN 37917
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Rand Sylvia
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rand Sylvia

160 Sylvia DrKnoxville, TN 37912
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Rand Holly Berry
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rand Holly Berry

916 E Inskip DrKnoxville, TN 37912
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The Flats at The View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats at The View

2809 Valley View DrKnoxville, TN 37917
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The Flats at The Pike
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Flats at The Pike

1501 Washington PikeKnoxville, TN 37917
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Sterchi's Lofts
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sterchi's Lofts

116 S Gay StKnoxville, TN 37902
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Rand at Sharps Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rand at Sharps Ridge

2000 Dutch Valley DrKnoxville, TN 37918
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Oakwood, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oakwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood area of Knoxville, TN is a Studio unit found at Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments priced from $879. Oakview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Oakwood apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Canyon and Knox Landing ApartmentsKnox S1Studio,1BA$879
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$920
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$945
Windsor Court ApartmentsCanterburyStudio,1BA$954
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,000
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1,003
Rand Stockton Apartment HomesA Stockton 1 bedroom 12 month lease Special1BR,1BA$1,005
The Park at Fountain CityA11BR,1BA$1,060
Central Terrace2br- FMR2BR,1BA$1,150
Castle Terrace Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,185

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, TN

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Summercrest Apartments in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,506. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Castle Terrace Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summercrest Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.40
Castle Terrace Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.16
Liberty View ApartmentsLiberty View Apartments2BR,1BA$1.35
Williamsburg Village2 Bed 1 Bath with washer/dryer2BR,1BA$1.20
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.24
205 E Springdale Ave, Unit 205205 E Springdale Ave2BR,1BA$1.47
Central Terrace2br- FMR2BR,1BA$1.33
Overlook at Beaumont Western 1 LP2 Bedroom - Affordable2BR,2BA$1.46
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.47
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42

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Oakwood, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #24

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oakwood?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Apartment is $920 at Oakview Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakwood is starting from $1,003 at Cassell Ridge.

What is the most affordable Oakwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oakwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cassell Ridge and starts from $1,154.

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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

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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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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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