Cheap Homes for Rent in the Western Heights Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $700 (16 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Western Heights area of Knoxville.

property at 1700 Clinch Ave

$949 - $1,150

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1700 Clinch Ave

KnoxvilleTN37916
property at 2745 Jersey Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2745 Jersey Ave, Unit Back Bedroom

2745 Jersey Ave
KnoxvilleTN37919

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property at 1507 Highland Ave

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1507 Highland Ave, Unit #B402

1507 Highland Ave
KnoxvilleTN37916
property at 1700 Clinch Ave

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1700 Clinch Ave, Unit #207

1700 Clinch Ave
KnoxvilleTN37916
property at 1201 N Central St

$1,200 - $1,850

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1201 N Central St

KnoxvilleTN37917

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property at 2718 Painter Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2718 Painter Ave, Unit C108

2718 Painter Ave
KnoxvilleTN37919
property at 2733 Jersey Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 22

2733 Jersey Ave, Unit A202

2733 Jersey Ave
KnoxvilleTN37919

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Western Heights, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Western Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Heights area of Knoxville, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Tradition Knoxville priced from $799. 4308 Bounds Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Western Heights apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$799
4308 Bounds RdApt H1BR,1BA$850
16th Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Commons at KnoxvilleD1 Renovated4BR,2BA$890
BouldercrestStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Heights, TN

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Heights area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Palmer in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Western Heights apartment is the 4x2A Model at Slate at 901 starting at $1,070 with a $0.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palmer3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.38
Slate at 9014x2A4BR,2BA$0.89
The HenleyUrban2BR,2BA$1.52
Knox High ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Liberty View ApartmentsLiberty View Apartments2BR,1BA$1.35
Cassell Ridge2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.21
205 E Springdale Ave, Unit 205205 E Springdale Ave2BR,1BA$1.47
Reserve at Third Creek ApartmentsReserve at Third Creek Apartments2BR,1BA$1.56
Tradition KnoxvilleSpence2BR,1BA$1.07
4308 Bounds RdApt H1BR,1BA$1.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Western Heights, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Western Heights?

There are currently 268 Apartments for Rent in Western Heights, TN with pricing that ranges from $699 to $4,213. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Western Heights ranging from $750 to $5,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Western Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Western Heights ranges from $750 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,295.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Western Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Western Heights range from $699 to $4,155, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $899 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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