Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN (487 Rentals)

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EVER Knoxville
$1,199 - $2,174

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1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

EVER Knoxville

1919 Lake AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Union Knoxville
$1,200 - $2,055

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Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Union Knoxville

2136 Cumberland AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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Quarry Trail
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$707 - $1,283

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Base Rent$707 - $1,283

Total Monthly Price$707 - $1,283
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Quarry Trail

3999 Highland Crest WayKnoxville, TN 37920
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Tennessee including Outer Southside, Knoxville, and the greater Knoxville area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have younger kids when you rent. Amongst all of the communities in Knoxville, Outer Southside has come to be one of the best communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the finest school districts for the kids to attend available.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and greenspace? this neighborhood has a reputation as providing great access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Outer Southside ranks as amongst the finest high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there pets in your life? this area has established a name for itself as one of our favorite communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Southside

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Outer Southside area of Knoxville, TN?

As of today, September 08, 2026, there are currently 487 available Outer Southside apartments priced from $699 to $5,099, with an average monthly rent of $1,633.

How much are Studio apartments in Outer Southside?

There are currently 126 Studio Apartments in Outer Southside with rent ranges from $850 to $2,329 with an average price of $1,549.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Outer Southside Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Outer Southside ranges from $720 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,690.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Southside cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Outer Southside range from $815 to $5,099. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,801.

How expensive are Outer Southside Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 80 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Outer Southside on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $699 to $4,636 - averaging $1,707 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Expert's Guide to Renting in the Heart of Tennessee

Written by: Wendy Melton

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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Knoxville Living: Mapping Your Next Apartment Near the Citys Biggest Businesses

Written by: Wendy Melton

With a population of over 190,000, Knoxville, Tennessee, is the third-largest city in the state. It sits adjacent to the Tennessee River.

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Knoxvilles College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

Written by: Wendy Melton

Knoxville, Tennessee, is located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. The quiet calm of the mountains is the perfect place for college students to study and focus on their education.

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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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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