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Outer Northside, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

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 Oakhill Apartments priced from $795. Society 865 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Outer Northside apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakhill Apartments5540 N. Broadway St. Oak Hills Apartments2BR,1BA$795
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
The LandingsThe Tennessee- Limited Availability3BR,2BA$799
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
Slate at 9013x3 Double3BR,3BA$800
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
Commons at KnoxvilleC13BR,2BA$949
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Northside, TN

As of October 01, 2025 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 2-bedroom Model at Emporium Lofts starting at $1,900 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Northside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6924 E Emory Rd, Unit Halls-Gibbs area Duplex6924 E Emory Rd3BR,2BA$0.87
Emporium Lofts2-bedroom2BR,1BA$1.32
West Towne Manor2 Bedroom- Garden2BR,1.5BA$0.90
Slate at 9014x2B4BR,2BA$1.04
The Peaks of Knoxville Apartments3x2-60%3BR,2BA$1.30
Palmer2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Castle Terrace Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Oakhill Apartments5540 N. Broadway St. Oak Hills Apartments2BR,1BA$0.96
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer Northside, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Outer Northside, Knoxville, and the greater Knoxville area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Outer Northside Neighborhood in Knoxville, TN

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

14 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $960.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Northside?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Northside is Forestdale Village which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Outer Northside costs $1,675.

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 446 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 $1,016 which is $659 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Northside.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.