
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Murfreesboro, TN from $400 (126 Rentals)
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123 Murfree Ave

2124 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd

Maitland Court Apartments

Cove at Center Point

Haynes Manor Apartments

Condos at Villager

Slate at Ninety-Six

Birchwood Apartments

The Metro
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Ashwood Cove

1120 N Maple St, Unit Apt B

The Dempsey

Chelsea Place

816 Greenland Dr

Tennessee Park Apartments

Poplar Village

Stones River Apartments
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The 902

The Dylan

Alder Terrace

Hawthorne Park South

Parkview Flats

Scout Landing

Northfield Lodge

1280 Middle Tennessee Blvd, Unit sanbryn Hall condominiums F15

The Dutton Luxury Apartments
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Cottages at Bear Branch

Chariot Pointe Apartments

Nottingham

Rivermont Apartments

Westbury Farms

Albion at Murfreesboro

1333 Benley St

Overall Creek

Colony House

Saddlebrook Apartments
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Woodgate Farms

MAA Murfreesboro

LC Murfreesboro

Victoria Place Townhomes

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3343 Memorial

2909 Old Fort Pkwy

1302 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Unit 17

Vintage Blackman Apartments

Reserve @ Harpers Point

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The Preserve Murfreesboro Apartments
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Murfreesboro, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Murfreesboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Murfreesboro Studio Apartments | $1,368 | $1,250 | $1,829 |
| Cheap Murfreesboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $875 | $2,608 |
| Cheap Murfreesboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $716 | $3,016 |
| Cheap Murfreesboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $725 | $3,880 |
| Cheap Murfreesboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $416 | $2,825 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Murfreesboro, TN
Pricing Updated: 07/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Murfreesboro, TN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Murfreesboro Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Murfreesboro | $1,891 | $416 | 179 |
| Blackman Farm | $2,500 | $1,095 | 157 |
Cheapest Available Murfreesboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Murfreesboro, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Maitland Court Apartments in the Downtown Murfreesboro neighborhood priced from $925. Haynes Manor Apartments in the Downtown Murfreesboro neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Murfreesboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maitland Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Haynes Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Wind Crest Apartments | One Bedroom Available $1,050! | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Kingwood | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Southern | The McCue | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Dempsey | The Sloan | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Chelsea Place | Williamsburg | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| Green Meadow Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| 816 Greenland Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murfreesboro, TN
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Murfreesboro area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3Bed/2Bath Townhouse Model at Northfield Lodge in the in the Downtown Murfreesboro neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Murfreesboro apartment is the 2BD 2.5BA with garage Model at Oakwood Village Townhomes starting at $1,799 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Downtown Murfreesboro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Murfreesboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Lodge | 3Bed/2Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Oakwood Village Townhomes | 2BD 2.5BA with garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| Hawthorne Park South | The Gateway | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| MAA Murfreesboro | Classic | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Carrington Park at Stone Terrace Apartments | Venetian | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Cason Estates | Hathaway | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Rivermont Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| The Social Blue | 2x2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| College Center | Student Private Furnished 4 bed w/elec & wate | 4BR,4BA | $0.71 |
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Murfreesboro Overview
Boasting a big name and an even bigger heart, Murfreesboro remains a gem of the Tennessee region. One of the fastest growing cities in the entire nation, Murfreesboro apartments offer easy accessibility to Nashville, Middle Tennessee State University and so much more.
Why live in Murfreesboro, TN?
"Flush with natural splendor and located within a bird's eye view of the Stones River, apartments in Murfreesboro truly represent some of the best in Tennessee living. Consistently referred to by national publications such as 'Money' as ""one of the top cities in the nation in which to live"", Murfreesboro effortlessly combines a solid job market and a bevy of opportunities. "
Murfreesboro, TNPopulation: 141,344
Ranked #189
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Murfreesboro Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Murfreesboro?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Murfreesboro is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Murfreesboro?
The cheapest apartment in Murfreesboro is Maitland Court Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Murfreesboro costs $2,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Murfreesboro?
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 26 regular apartments in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
Cheap apartments in Murfreesboro have an average cost of $347 which is $1,848 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Murfreesboro.
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