
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Northside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (187 Rentals)
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2827 E 5th Ave

North Hills Apartments

The Village Apartments

Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments

16th Place Apartments

Evergreen Terrace

Willow Place

Carlton Square

Oakview Apartments
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6411 Son Light Way

6477 Son Light Way

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6473 Son Light Way

6485 Son Light Way

6445 Son Light Way

Bouldercrest

2827 E 5th Ave
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Windsor Court Apartments

1628 Clinch Ave

415 Watauga Dr

The Mark Knoxville

3603 Ashland Ave, Unit A

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Willow Creek Apartments

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5024 Jacksboro Pike

Spring Meadow Apartments

2436 Belvedere Ave

302 N Olive St, Unit 201

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Golf View Apartments

2745 Jersey Ave, Unit Back Bedroom

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Meadowood Apartments
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Outer Northside, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Northside Studio Apartments | $1,368 | $950 | $2,199 |
| Outer Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $875 | $4,100 |
| Outer Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $799 | $4,213 |
| Outer Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,883 | $699 | $4,155 |
| Outer Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $799 | $3,516 |
| Outer Northside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $1,000 | $1,899 |
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There are currently 187 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Northside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Cheapest Available Outer Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Northside area of Knoxville, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Tradition Knoxville priced from $799. 5611 Lon Roberts Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Outer Northside apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| 5611 Lon Roberts Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 4308 Bounds Rd | Apt H | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| North Hills Apartments | The Glen | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments | Knox S1 | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| 16th Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Commons at Knoxville | D1 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $890 |
| Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom remodel | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Morningside Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Northside, TN
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Northside area is the $0.87 price per square foot 6924 E Emory Rd Model at 6924 E Emory Rd, Unit Halls-Gibbs area Duplex in the in the North Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,749. The second greatest value Outer Northside apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the North Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6924 E Emory Rd, Unit Halls-Gibbs area Duplex | 6924 E Emory Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Slate at 901 | 4x2A | 4BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Ivy at West Hills | Jasmine | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| University Walk | Student Housing | 3 Bed - 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
| Williamsburg Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath with washer/dryer | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Shiloh Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 5611 Lon Roberts Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Northside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Northside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Northside is under $945.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Northside is 5611 Lon Roberts Dr which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Outer Northside costs $1,699.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Northside?
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 240 regular apartments in Outer Northside 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 Outer Northside?
Cheap apartments in Outer Northside have an average cost of $980 which is $719 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Northside.
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Knoxville, Tennessee, is a jewel in the heart of the South. Many travelers who pass through often return again and again because of the hospitality and friendliness of local residents.

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