
Student Apartments for Rent in the Old City Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN (57 Rentals)
Rentals in the Old City area of Knoxville near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Livano Knoxville

South Banks at Suttree Landing

City South Apartments

The Scene at 2300

The Adelade

The Davy

Rivers Edge Apartments

811 East Downtown

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EVER Knoxville
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Flagship Kerns

Nova Knoxville

303 Flats

University Walk | Student Housing

Highland Grand

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Union Knoxville

5th Avenue Apartments

One Riverwalk

Society 865
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The Mark Knoxville

Graham Apartments

The Standard at Knoxville

Maplehurst

Hub Knoxville

Tradition Knoxville

Commons at Knoxville

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Slate at 901

16th Place Apartments
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Heights of Knoxville

Highland Avenue Apartments

University Park

3201 Davenport Rd

Volunteer Cottages

10 Bedroom Rental House - Univ of TN Adjacent

1414 Highland Ave

Shelbourne Towers

Laurel Residence Hall

Volunteer Residence Hall
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1521 Forest Ave

6 Bedroom Rental House - Walk to Univ of TN

Volunteer Condos

8 Bedroom Rental House - Walk to Univ of TN

Renaissance II

Clement Hall

Villas Knoxville

Strong Hall

The Six @ Forest

The Knox (old)
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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 | $1,546 | $795 | $2,199 |
| Old City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $800 | $4,100 |
| Old City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $799 | $4,725 |
| Old City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $799 | $4,275 |
| Old City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $829 | $3,100 |
| Old City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $950 | $2,726 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old City Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld City, Knoxville, TN
Ranked #9
Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks, paths, and trails? this residential neighborhood is a highly-rated neighborhood for access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This section of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Old City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Old City?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Old City is at Society 865 listed at $799.
How much is the average rent for a Student Old City Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Old City is $1,686.
What is the largest Student Old City Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Old City is a 2,340 square feet unit starting from $1,174 at Hub Knoxville.
What is the average size for Old City Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Old City is currently at 539 sq ft.
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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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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