Cheap Homes for Rent in Old North Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $900 (32 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Old North Knoxville area of Knoxville.

property at 525 E Morelia Ave

$1,000

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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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525 E Morelia Ave

KnoxvilleTN37917
property at 1928 Vermont Ave

$1,050

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1928 Vermont Ave

KnoxvilleTN37921

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property at 1700 Clinch Ave

$1,050 - $3,300

Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1700 Clinch Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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Cheapest Available Old North Knoxville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old North Knoxville area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Society 865 priced from $799. 16th Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Old North Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$945
Commons at KnoxvilleC13BR,2BA$969
The DanielThe Daniel - 219Studio,1BA$980
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak1BR,1BA$995
Canyon & Knox LandingKnox S1-D1BR,1BA$999
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,000
Rand at Sharps Ridge2x1 Garden2BR,1BA$1,198

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old North Knoxville, TN

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old North Knoxville 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 North Knoxville apartment is the 710 Phillips Ave Model at 710 Phillips Ave, Unit 710-2 starting at $1,850 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the North Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old North Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Emporium Lofts2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.32
710 Phillips Ave, Unit 710-2710 Phillips Ave2BR,1BA$1.68
Summercrest Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.33
The DandridgeThree Bed One Bath - UPG3BR,1BA$1.60
The Peaks of Knoxville Apartments2x1-60%2BR,1BA$1.57
Rocky View Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1.63
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak1BR,1BA$1.33
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.47
1402 Grand Ave, Unit C1402 Grand Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.58

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old North Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #19

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old North Knoxville

What type of rentals are currently available in Old North Knoxville?

There are currently 271 Apartments for Rent in Old North Knoxville, TN with pricing that ranges from $795 to $4,725. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old North Knoxville ranging from $920 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old North Knoxville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old North Knoxville ranges from $920 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,822.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old North Knoxville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old North Knoxville range from $799 to $3,425, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,199 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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