
Student Apartments for Rent in the Western Heights Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN (48 Rentals)
Rentals in the Western Heights area of Knoxville near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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EVER Knoxville

Livano Knoxville

The Davy

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Flagship Kerns

303 Flats

University Walk | Student Housing

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Union Knoxville
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Society 865

The Mark Knoxville

Nova Knoxville

The Standard at Knoxville

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Volunteer Cottages

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Clement Hall
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Volunteer Condos

Villas Knoxville

1414 Highland Ave

Volunteer Residence Hall

1521 Forest Ave

10 Bedroom Rental House - Univ of TN Adjacent

8 Bedroom Rental House - Walk to Univ of TN

Strong Hall

Renaissance II
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The Six @ Forest

The Knox (old)

White Avenue Apartments

The Highland On Clinch

Commons at Knoxville

Highland Terrace IV

Highland On The Bridge
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The Highland V

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Heights Studio Apartments | $1,652 | $950 | $2,199 |
| Western Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $800 | $4,100 |
| Western Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $799 | $7,083 |
| Western Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $799 | $4,300 |
| Western Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $725 | $3,198 |
| Western Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $950 | $2,726 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Western Heights Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestern Heights, Knoxville, TN
Ranked #16
Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
Love the outdoors? this section of town has emerged as providing top-rated access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Western Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Western Heights?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Western Heights is at Highland Grand listed at $725.
How much is the average rent for a Student Western Heights Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Western Heights is $1,663.
What is the largest Student Western Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Western Heights is a 2,340 square feet unit starting from $1,174 at Hub Knoxville.
What is the average size for Western Heights Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Western Heights is currently at 518 sq ft.
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