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property at 1700 Clinch Ave

$1,175

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$1,175
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1700 Clinch Ave, Unit #207

1700 Clinch Ave
KnoxvilleTN37916
property at 1700 Clinch Ave

$1,175

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$1,175
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 10

1700 Clinch Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916

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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 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 Uptown Knoxville apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$799
5611 Lon Roberts Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$800
4308 Bounds Rd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$875
Canyon and Knox Landing ApartmentsKnox S1Studio,1BA$879
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$920
Windsor Court ApartmentsCanterburyStudio,1BA$926
Commons at KnoxvilleD1 Renovated4BR,2BA$935
Morningside Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Knoxville, TN

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Knoxville area is the $0.83 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Oak Crest Apartments in the in the North Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Uptown Knoxville apartment is the 4x2B Model at Slate at 901 starting at $1,099 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the West 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.
Oak Crest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
Slate at 9014x2B4BR,2BA$0.93
Liberty View ApartmentsLiberty View Apartments2BR,1BA$1.35
Williamsburg Village2 Bed 1 Bath with washer/dryer2BR,1BA$1.20
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.30
The Village Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Central Terrace2br- FMR2BR,1BA$1.33
North Hills ApartmentsThe Peak1BR,1BA$1.33
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07
5611 Lon Roberts Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.17

Knoxville's College Scene: An Expert's Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

Searching for student housing in Knoxville? Discover affordable rentals in neighborhoods near top colleges in Knoxville, TN.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Knoxville, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #5

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

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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.

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 $945.

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 $1,480.

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 244 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 $922 which is $558 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Knoxville.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Knoxvilles College Scene: An Experts Deep Dive into Local Universities and Top Student Neighborhoods for Renting

Written by: Wendy Melton

Knoxville, Tennessee, is located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. The quiet calm of the mountains is the perfect place for college students to study and focus on their education.

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Knoxville Living: Mapping Your Next Apartment Near the Citys Biggest Businesses

Written by: Wendy Melton

With a population of over 190,000, Knoxville, Tennessee, is the third-largest city in the state. It sits adjacent to the Tennessee River.

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Written by: Wendy Melton

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.