
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (84 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Southside area of Knoxville.


Sequoyah Village Apartments

1121 Tree Top Way

Cedar Ridge Apartments

3831 Cherokee Woods Way

16th Place Apartments

Emerson

Red Bud Apartments

3825 Cherokee Woods Way

Carlton Square
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3915 Cherokee Woods Way

Evergreen Terrace

1130 Tree Top Way

3918 Cherokee Woods Way

Cherokee Ridge Apartments

1628 Clinch Ave

Ivy at West Hills

The Abigail

The Mark Knoxville

Oak Crest Apartments
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Maplehurst

West Towne Manor

Barclay House Apartments

2436 Belvedere Ave

2745 Jersey Ave

Goldelm at 414 Flats

1507 Highland Ave, Unit #B402

201 Ave B

Hub Knoxville

1700 Clinch Ave, Unit #207
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1700 Clinch Ave

Southmont Apartments

City South Apartments

First Creek at Austin

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The Hammond Apartments

Addison at Sutherland

Bell View at Northshore Apartments

Reserve at Third Creek Apartments

1834 Kim Watt Dr

The Adelade
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The Collective at Sutherland

Westview Apartments

Highland Terrace Apartments

1309 Forest Ave

Ridgebrook Apartments

612 South Studios

316 James Agee St

Hillwood Villas

White Avenue Apartments

608 Lester Rd
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Outer Southside, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Southside Studio Apartments | $1,428 | $850 | $2,199 |
| Outer Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $875 | $4,100 |
| Outer Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $799 | $4,750 |
| Outer Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $799 | $4,500 |
| Outer Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $799 | $3,596 |
| Outer Southside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,000 | $1,899 |
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Cheapest Available Outer Southside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southside area of Knoxville, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Tradition Knoxville priced from $799. Society 865 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Outer Southside apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
| 16th Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Commons at Knoxville | D1 Renovated | 4BR,2BA | $890 |
| Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom remodel | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| White Oak Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $993 |
| The Abigail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Mark Knoxville | E5 - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southside, TN
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southside area is the $0.33 price per square foot 5 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Knox Ridge in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,019. The second greatest value Outer Southside apartment is the 4x3 Model at Cherokee Farmhouse Villas starting at $2,700 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the South Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knox Ridge | 5 Bedroom Townhouse | 5BR,5BA | $0.33 |
| Cherokee Farmhouse Villas | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1.23 |
| Redpoint Knoxville | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.72 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Ivy at West Hills | Jasmine | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Slate at 901 | 4x2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| White Oak Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Quarry Trail | 2BR/2BA - A1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Knoxville's College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Tennessee including Outer Southside, Knoxville, and the greater Knoxville area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Southside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Southside is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Southside is 16th Place Apartments which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in Outer Southside costs $1,591.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Southside?
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 267 regular apartments in Outer Southside 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 Southside?
Cheap apartments in Outer Southside have an average cost of $1,045 which is $546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southside.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Knoxvilles College Scene: An Experts 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.

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.

Welcome to Knoxville: A Local Experts 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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.