Cheap Homes for Rent in South Waterfront Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $700 (6 Rentals)

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property at 326 Howell Ave

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Apr 10

326 Howell Ave

KnoxvilleTN37920

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Cheapest Available South Waterfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Waterfront area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Oak Crest Apartments priced from $950. Cherokee Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable South Waterfront apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Crest ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$950
Cherokee Ridge ApartmentsThe Appalachia1BR,1BA$950
MaplehurstEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Waterfront, TN

As of March 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Waterfront area is the $0.81 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments in the in the North Knoxville neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value South Waterfront apartment is the 710 Phillips Ave Model at 710 Phillips Ave, Unit 710-2 starting at $1,850 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the North Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Crest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.81
710 Phillips Ave, Unit 710-2710 Phillips Ave2BR,1BA$1.68
Young High Flats2-A Type B-60%2BR,2BA$1.31
The HenleyMetro1BR,1BA$1.73
South Banks at Suttree Landing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.35
The Scene at 2300Two Bedroom / One Bath2BR,1BA$2.25
811 East DowntownThe Main1BR,1BA$2.47
Cherokee Ridge ApartmentsThe Appalachia1BR,1BA$1.46
1402 Grand Ave, Unit C1402 Grand Ave1BR,1BA$1.58
City South ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$2.44

Frequently Asked Questions about South Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in South Waterfront?

There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in South Waterfront, TN with pricing that ranges from $750 to $4,725. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Waterfront ranging from $790 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Waterfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Waterfront ranges from $790 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,993.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Waterfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Waterfront range from $750 to $4,275, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $790 to $2,325. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.

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