
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Heights Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (30 Rentals)
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Western Heights, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Western Heights Studio Apartments | $1,723 | $983 | $2,569 |
Western Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $780 | $5,928 |
Western Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $799 | $7,499 |
Western Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $799 | $4,115 |
Western Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $699 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Western Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Heights area of Knoxville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at 16th Place Apartments priced from $780. Society 865 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Western Heights apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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16th Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
Highland Terrace Communities | Highland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
Meadowood Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath (small) | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1,070 |
The Flats at The Pike | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Maplehurst | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,076 |
The Standard at Knoxville | Peerless 3 - 4Br, 4Ba | 4BR,4BA | $1,100 |
Rand at Tillery | One Bedroom upper level | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
The Collective at Sutherland | The Dolly | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Heights, TN
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western Heights area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at Sutherland Loft Townhouses in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Western Heights apartment is the D6 Model at Union Knoxville starting at $1,430 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sutherland Loft Townhouses | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
Union Knoxville | D6 | 4BR,4BA | $1.17 |
401 E Scott Ave, Unit 401-2 | 401 E Scott Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Palmer | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
Liberty View Apartments | Liberty View Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
The Flats at The Pike | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Nova Knoxville | Frisco B | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Reserve at Third Creek Apartments | Reserve at Third Creek Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Rand at Tillery | One Bedroom upper level | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
16th Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestern Heights, Knoxville, TN
Ranked #18
Among neighborhoods in Knoxville, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Western Heights Neighborhood in Knoxville, TN
Walk Score®
28 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Western Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Western Heights is under $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Western Heights is 16th Place Apartments which is listed at $780, while the average apartment in Western Heights costs $1,922.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western Heights?
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 79 regular apartments in Western Heights 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 Western Heights?
Cheap apartments in Western Heights have an average cost of $1,075 which is $847 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western Heights.
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