Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Old City Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN (23 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Old City area of Knoxville with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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The Tribute
Rent Specials
$1,595 - $4,100Special Offer
Specials 12-month lease for move-in prior to June 30, 2026, on all 1-bedrooms receive 1-month free and free parking
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The Tribute

625 Cumberland AveKnoxville, TN 37902
Furnished
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Flagship Kerns
Rent Specials
$999 - $1,825Special Offer
Specials Use as you choose $1200 GC on select apartments; call for details!
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Flagship Kerns

230 Flagship WayKnoxville, TN 37920
Student Housing
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303 Flats
Rent Specials
$989 - $1,799Special Offer
Discounts Sign a lease by 4/12 & get waived parking, waived signing fees, and $500 credit towards your first month's rent!
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303 Flats

303 W Blount AveKnoxville, TN 37920
Student Housing
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Highland Grand
Rent Specials
$900 - $975Special Offer
Specials Save up to $225 a month on select floorplans! New applications only. Limited time special.
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Highland Grand

112 S 17th StKnoxville, TN 37916
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One Riverwalk
Rent Specials
$1,723 - $3,031Special Offer
Specials Specials: 1 month free on 13 month leases, 2 months free on 14 and 15 month leases, waived application and administrative fees. Con
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One Riverwalk

151 E Blount AveKnoxville, TN 37920
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Society 865
Rent Specials
$799 - $1,685Special Offer
Specials Waived Application and Administrative Fees for the 2025/2026 term applications
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Society 865

2240 Grand AveKnoxville, TN 37916
Student Housing
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  • Utilities Included
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Commons at Knoxville
Rent Specials
$905 - $1,615Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Only! Sign today for waived application and admin fees plus $30 off per month of parking!*
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Commons at Knoxville

1640 Grand AveKnoxville, TN 37916
Student Housing
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The Henley
Rent Specials
$1,429 - $2,712Special Offer
Specials Move In by April 15, 2026 - Get Two Months Free; Move in by May - Get $500 off 1st Month's Rent - Move In by April 15, 2026 - Get T
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The Henley

200 Highwood CtKnoxville, TN 37920
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Slate at 901
Rent Specials
$830 - $1,655Special Offer
Specials Slam Dunk Savings! 4x2s Starting at $1150 & 3x3s Starting at $1305
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Slate at 901

2006 Cumberland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Morningside Gardens Apartments
Rent Specials
$945 - $1,450Special Offer
Specials Morning Side Gardens is a community for those who are 62+ or have a verifiable disability. Actively Leasing, Immediate Availability
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Morningside Gardens Apartments

1800 Linden AveKnoxville, TN 37917
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property at 2739 Jersey Ave

$3,300

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$3,300

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$3,300

3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 9

2739 Jersey Ave

KnoxvilleTN37919
property at 1928 Vermont Ave

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Soon

1928 Vermont Ave

KnoxvilleTN37921

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property at 340 Woodlawn Pike

$2,190

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

340 Woodlawn Pike

KnoxvilleTN37920
property at 2219 Atchley St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

2219 Atchley St

KnoxvilleTN37920

Old City, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Top Knoxville Apartments in the Old City Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 04-08-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Old City, TN apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Highland Grand

Save up to $225 a month on select floorplans! New applications only. Limited time special.Expires 04-09-2026

The Tribute

12-month lease for move-in prior to June 30, 2026, on all 1-bedrooms receive 1-month free and free parkingExpires 04-09-2026

Rivers Edge Apartments

Give us a call today to inquire about our October move-in specials! 865-225-9838.Expires 04-09-2026

Society 865

Waived Application and Administrative Fees for the 2025/2026 term applicationsExpires 04-09-2026

The Henley

Move In by April 15, 2026 - Get Two Months Free; Move in by May - Get $500 off 1st Month's Rent - Move In by April 15, 2026 - Get Two Months Free on Selected Units; Move in by May - Get $500 off 1st Month's RentExpires 04-09-2026

University Walk | Student Housing

Waived App FeeExpires 04-09-2026

303 Flats

Sign a lease by 4/12 & get waived parking, waived signing fees, and $500 credit towards your first month's rent!Expires 04-09-2026

Slate at 901

Slam Dunk Savings! 4x2s Starting at $1150 & 3x3s Starting at $1305Expires 04-09-2026

Villas Knoxville | Student Housing

Waived App & Admin FeesExpires 04-09-2026

Flagship Kerns

Use as you choose $1200 GC on select apartments; call for details!Expires 04-09-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Old City, TN

Specials updated: 04-08-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Old City, TN. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Commons at Knoxville

Limited Time Only! Sign today for waived application and admin fees plus $30 off per month of parking!*Expires 05-24-2026

Highland Grand

Save up to $225 a month on select floorplans! New applications only. Limited time special.Expires 04-09-2026

The Tribute

12-month lease for move-in prior to June 30, 2026, on all 1-bedrooms receive 1-month free and free parkingExpires 04-09-2026

Villas Knoxville | Student Housing

Waived App & Admin FeesExpires 04-09-2026

Rivers Edge Apartments

Give us a call today to inquire about our October move-in specials! 865-225-9838.Expires 04-09-2026

Society 865

Waived Application and Administrative Fees for the 2025/2026 term applicationsExpires 04-09-2026

Yardley Flats Apartments

Enjoy Prorated 1st Month Plus Your 2nd & 4th Month Is on Us! (select homes, terms apply)Expires 04-15-2026

The Henley

Move In by April 15, 2026 - Get Two Months Free; Move in by May - Get $500 off 1st Month's Rent - Move In by April 15, 2026 - Get Two Months Free on Selected Units; Move in by May - Get $500 off 1st Month's RentExpires 04-09-2026

University Walk | Student Housing

Waived App FeeExpires 04-09-2026

303 Flats

Sign a lease by 4/12 & get waived parking, waived signing fees, and $500 credit towards your first month's rent!Expires 04-09-2026

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old City, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Old City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Old City?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Old City is at Society 865 listed at $799.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Old City Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Old City is $1,890.

What is the largest Rent Specials Old City Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Old City is a 2,235 square feet unit starting from $975 at Villas Knoxville | Student Housing.

What is the average size for Old City Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Old City is currently at 519 sq ft.

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