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612 Gertrude AveKnoxville, TN 37920
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old City Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $600 (41 Rentals)
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1737 Moses Ave
KnoxvilleTN37921
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1319 Highland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Morningside Gardens Apartments
1800 Linden AveKnoxville, TN 37917
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The Mark Knoxville
124 S Concord StKnoxville, TN 37919
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2223 Laurel Ave, Unit 5
2223 Laurel AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Evergreen Terrace
1119 Baker AveKnoxville, TN 37920
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1402 Grand Ave, Unit C
1402 Grand AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Overlook at Beaumont
1775 Virginia AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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City South Apartments
2004 City Vista WayKnoxville, TN 37920
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904 Knotty Oak WayKnoxville, TN 37920
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1631 Laurel AveKnoxville, TN 37916
203 12th St
KnoxvilleTN37916
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Graham Apartments
2733 E Magnolia AveKnoxville, TN 37914
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The Shiloh Ridge Apartments
2627 Wimpole AveKnoxville, TN 37914
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Hub Knoxville
1915 Cumberland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Southmont Apartments
1415 E Moody AveKnoxville, TN 37920
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First Creek at Austin
1250 Burge DrKnoxville, TN 37915
1628 Clinch Ave
KnoxvilleTN37916
1414 Chicago Ave
KnoxvilleTN37917
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The Adelade
2701 Sevier AveKnoxville, TN 37920
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The Dandridge
2040 Dandridge AveKnoxville, TN 37915
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The Henley
200 Highwood CtKnoxville, TN 37920
2400 Woodbine Ave
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2400 Woodbine Ave, Unit 2400 Woodbine Ave Unit 2
2400 Woodbine AveKnoxville, TN 37917
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Highland Terrace Apartments
1525-1529 Highland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Ridgebrook Apartments
2121 Ridgebrook LnKnoxville, TN 37921
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1309 Forest Ave
1309 Forest AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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16th Place Apartments
1539-1543 Highland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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316 James Agee St
316 James Agee StKnoxville, TN 37916
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Hillwood Villas
1642 Hillwood DrKnoxville, TN 37920
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White Avenue Apartments
1303 White AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Southside Flats
2727 Fort Stanley wayKnoxville, TN 37920
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Hidden Ridge Apartments
2110-2114 Sherrod RdKnoxville, TN 37920
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Highland Terrace IV
2329-2343 Highland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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The Highland On Laurel
1533 Laurel AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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The Flats at The Pike
1501 Washington PikeKnoxville, TN 37917
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Sterchi's Lofts
116 S Gay StKnoxville, TN 37902
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The Highland V
1523 Highland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Yardley Flats Apartments
215 Florida StKnoxville, TN 37915
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The Medical Arts Building
603 W Main StKnoxville, TN 37902
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Old City, Knoxville, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old City Studio Apartments | $1,436 | $800 | $2,199 |
| Old City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $800 | $4,100 |
| Old City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $799 | $4,800 |
| Old City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $799 | $4,275 |
| Old City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $829 | $2,367 |
| Old City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $949 | $2,726 |
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Cheapest Available Old City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old City 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 Old City apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
| The Mark Knoxville | E5B - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $949 |
| Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $959 |
| Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom remodel | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Morningside Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,075 |
| Graham Apartments | 1X1 201-204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Shiloh Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old City, TN
As of February 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old City area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2-bedroom Model at Emporium Lofts in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Old City apartment is the 2x2.5 Model at Sutherland Loft Townhouses starting at $2,300 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emporium Lofts | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 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 |
| The Dandridge | Three Bed One Bath - UPG | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Shiloh Ridge Apartments | 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Henley | Metro | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 1402 Grand Ave, Unit C | 1402 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old City is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old City?
The cheapest apartment in Old City is Evergreen Terrace which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Old City costs $1,655.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old City?
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 372 regular apartments in Old City 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 Old City?
Cheap apartments in Old City have an average cost of $1,212 which is $443 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old City.
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An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN
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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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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.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.