
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (70 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Southside area of Knoxville.


1121 Tree Top Way

1737 Moses Ave

612 South Studios

Carlton Square

Sequoyah Village Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

The Mark Knoxville

Highland Terrace Communities

2223 Laurel Ave, Unit 5
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1105 Tree Top Way

Evergreen Terrace

The Abigail

Emerson

Red Bud Apartments

West Towne Manor

Goldelm at 414 Flats

City South Apartments

2436 Belvedere Ave

Barclay House Apartments
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Oak Crest Apartments

203 12th St

201 Ave B

The Hammond Apartments

Hub Knoxville

5200 John Hall Rd

Addison at Sutherland

The Collective at Sutherland

Ivy at West Hills

Reserve At Third Creek
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Southmont Apartments

4412 Mellowood Cir

Crestridge

First Creek at Austin

1628 Clinch Ave

Bell View at Northshore

The Adelade

Mountain Brook Knoxville

The Dandridge
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Westview Apartments

Highland Terrace Apartments

1309 Forest Ave

Ridgebrook Apartments

16th Place Apartments

316 James Agee St

Sutherland Flats

Hillwood Villas

White Avenue Apartments

Red Bud
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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 | $1,383 | $800 | $2,199 |
| Outer Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $800 | $4,100 |
| Outer Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $799 | $4,400 |
| Outer Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $790 | $4,275 |
| Outer Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $829 | $2,700 |
| Outer Southside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $925 | $1,899 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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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 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | Junior Apartment | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Red Bud | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 32352 | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Mark Knoxville | E1 - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $925 |
| Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $959 |
| Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom remodel | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Emerson | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| The Abigail | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Red Bud Apartments | 2Bd/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southside, TN
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southside area is the $0.32 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Knox Ridge in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $999. The second greatest value Outer Southside apartment is the 4x3 Model at Cherokee Farmhouse Villas starting at $2,600 with a $1.18 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 | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.32 |
| Cherokee Farmhouse Villas | 4x3 | 4BR,3BA | $1.18 |
| Redpoint Knoxville | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.72 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Ivy at West Hills | Jasmine | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Slate at 901 | 4x2B | 4BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Liberty View | Liberty View Apartments | $500 MOVE IN SPECIAL | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| (ACH F) 539 South Old Sevierville Pike | (ACH F) 539 South Old Sevierville Pike (Units... - | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Red Bud | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 32352 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Spence | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 Evergreen Terrace which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Outer Southside costs $1,580.
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 381 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 $1,088 which is $492 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southside.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
