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University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University of Tennessee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Studio Apartments | $1,929 | $925 | $3,089 |
| University of Tennessee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $780 | $4,100 |
| University of Tennessee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,324 | $799 | $6,302 |
| University of Tennessee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,203 | $799 | $4,115 |
| University of Tennessee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $699 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University of Tennessee Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Cheapest Available University of Tennessee Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University of Tennessee area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Society 865 priced from $799. Highland Terrace Communities has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable University of Tennessee apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
| Highland Terrace Communities | Highland Terrace Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1,070 |
| The Standard at Knoxville | Peerless 3 - 4Br, 4Ba | 4BR,4BA | $1,100 |
| Maplehurst | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,171 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Tennessee, TN
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the University of Tennessee area is the $1.20 price per square foot D5 Model at Union Knoxville in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,470. The second greatest value University of Tennessee apartment is the B2 Model at The Davy starting at $1,609 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Holston Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of Tennessee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Knoxville | D5 | 4BR,4BA | $1.20 |
| The Davy | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Nova Knoxville | Frisco B | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| The Standard at Knoxville | Fulmer 5 - 2Br, 2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Highland Avenue Apartments | 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Tradition Knoxville | Abrams | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Commons at Knoxville | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Society 865 | 2GA - Gamma | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Maplehurst | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Highland Terrace Communities | Highland Terrace Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of Tennessee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University of Tennessee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University of Tennessee is under $1,880.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University of Tennessee?
The cheapest apartment in University of Tennessee is Maplehurst which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in University of Tennessee costs $2,458.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University of Tennessee?
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 83 regular apartments in University of Tennessee 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 University of Tennessee?
Cheap apartments in University of Tennessee have an average cost of $1,210 which is $1,248 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University of Tennessee.
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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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