
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Midtown, TN from $800 (38 Rentals)
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Coal Creek Apartment Homes

Rolling Hills Apartment Homes

Peaks of Loudon

Hillview Terrace Apartments

College Grove

The Bunkers at Oak Ridge

The Flats at Jackson Square

Town Creek Village
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Bristol Park

Waters Edge Apartment Homes

Kenridge Apartments

213 Carroll Dr

Teller Village Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

Universal at Town Creek

British Woods

Royce Hill Apartments
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Lovell Crossing Apartments

City West at Turkey Creek

Vintage Creekwood Park Apartments

Secret City Apartments

Authentix Town Creek

405 S High St

405 N High St

712 Old Roane St

245 Waddell Cir
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1213 Broad St

218 Morning Dr

126 Wellington Cir

166 Latimer Rd

165 Midway Dr

1215 Broad St

122 Walsh Ln

51 Wilshire Heights Dr

409 S Kingston Ave
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220 Fisk Ave

172 St George Dr
Midtown, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $999 | $1,656 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,535 | $800 | $2,815 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $895 | $3,230 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $1,016 | $3,799 |
| Midtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,755 | $2,382 | $3,330 |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Midtown, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Coal Creek Apartment Homes priced from $850. Hillview Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coal Creek Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Hillview Terrace Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| College Grove | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Bunkers at Oak Ridge | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Waters Edge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Kenridge Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Teller Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,177 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Flats at Jackson Square | 1 Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Royce Hill Apartments | Affordable Two Bedroom Two Bath 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1,314 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, TN and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $1.23 price per square foot The Sycamore Model at Poplar Creek in the starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the Wellington Model at Greystone Pointe starting at $2,296 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Creek | The Sycamore | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Greystone Pointe | Wellington | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Enclave of Hardin Valley Apartments | C | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Secret City Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Bristol Park | Franklin | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Royce Hill Apartments | Affordable Two Bedroom Two Bath 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Teller Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Waters Edge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Hillview Terrace Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Coal Creek Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown is at Authentix Town Creek listed at $1,463.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $850 at Coal Creek Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $985 at College Grove.
What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Teller Village Apartments and starts from $1,334.
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