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Westview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

3212 Joyce AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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Pine Ridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

4700 Schubert RdKnoxville, TN 37912
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Lynnwood Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lynnwood Arms

305-309 Lynnwood DrKnoxville, TN 37918
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Shenandoah Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shenandoah Apartments

3400 Tazewell PikeKnoxville, TN 37918
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Uptown Knoxville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Knoxville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Knoxville area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at The Landings priced from $799. Tradition Knoxville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Uptown Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The LandingsThe Tennessee- Limited Availability3BR,2BA$799
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
Windsor Court ApartmentsEdinboroStudio,1BA$873
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$900
North Hills ApartmentsThe Glen1BR,1BA$935
The Mark KnoxvilleE1 - 5x55BR,5BA$935
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
Commons at KnoxvilleC13BR,2BA$959
Live in Comfort at Evergreen Apartments in Knoxville!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Knoxville, TN

As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Knoxville area is the $1.27 price per square foot Violet Model at Ivy at West Hills in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,649. The second greatest value Uptown Knoxville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the North Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ivy at West HillsViolet3BR,2BA$1.27
Oak Crest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.89
Slate at 9014x2B4BR,2BA$1.04
Cross Creek PreserveThe William2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.26
Castle Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.26
Summercrest Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.31
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07
Live in Comfort at Evergreen Apartments in Knoxville!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.39
Forestdale Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #5

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for North Central Knoxville. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Uptown Knoxville Neighborhood in Knoxville, TN

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Knoxville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Knoxville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Knoxville is under $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Knoxville?

The cheapest apartment in Uptown Knoxville is Forestdale Village which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Uptown Knoxville costs $1,499.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Knoxville?

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 468 regular apartments in Uptown Knoxville 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 Uptown Knoxville?

Cheap apartments in Uptown Knoxville have an average cost of $1,059 which is $440 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Knoxville.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!