
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (154 Rentals)
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3702 Whittle Springs Rd, Unit 3702

The Village Apartments

North Hills Apartments

Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments

16th Place Apartments

129 Hillcrest Dr

Oakview Apartments

Windsor Court Apartments

Carlton Square
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6473 Son Light Way

6445 Son Light Way

6419 Son Light Way

6457 Son Light Way

Bouldercrest

1700 Clinch Ave, Unit #207

415 Watauga Dr
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1507 Highland Ave, Unit #B402

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Maplehurst

Overlook at Beaumont Western 1 LP

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5024 Jacksboro Pike

302 N Olive St, Unit 201

4812 Cannon Ridge Dr

Altitude @ 6313

Golf View Apartments

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Barclay House Apartments
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Williamsburg Village

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Uptown Knoxville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Knoxville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Knoxville Studio Apartments | $1,327 | $899 | $1,904 |
| Uptown Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $800 | $4,100 |
| Uptown Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $815 | $4,213 |
| Uptown Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $699 | $3,489 |
| Uptown Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $829 | $3,516 |
| Uptown Knoxville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $799 | $2,663 |
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There are currently 154 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Knoxville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Knoxville area of Knoxville, TN is a 5 Beds unit found at The Mark Knoxville priced from $799. 5611 Lon Roberts Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Uptown Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mark Knoxville | E5 - 5x5 | 5BR,5BA | $799 |
| 5611 Lon Roberts Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 4308 Bounds Rd | Apt H | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Canyon and Knox Landing Apartments | Knox S1 | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| 16th Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Morningside Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Bouldercrest | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 1901 E. 5th Ave - NEW Flint Rock - FL | 1901 E. 5th Ave - NEW Flint Rock - FL - 02 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Knoxville, TN
As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Knoxville area is the $0.52 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 1931 Forest Ave in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Uptown Knoxville apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 Forest Ave | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.52 |
| Oak Crest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Steeplechase Apartment Homes | C1 - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Ivy at West Hills | Jasmine | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Slate at 901 | 4x2A | 4BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Liberty View Apartments | Liberty View Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Cassell Ridge | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Flagship Kern's Apartments | Academic Year 2026 - 2027 - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 5611 Lon Roberts Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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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 $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Knoxville?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Knoxville is 5611 Lon Roberts Dr which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Uptown Knoxville costs $1,350.
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 149 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 $851 which is $499 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Knoxville.
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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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