
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Murfreesboro Neighborhood of Murfreesboro, TN from $400 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Murfreesboro area of Murfreesboro.


Maitland Court Apartments

Cove at Center Point

Ashwood Cove

The Lily Grace Apartments

Haynes Manor Apartments
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Chelsea Place

The Dempsey

816 Greenland Dr

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Poplar Village

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The 902

The Dylan

Parkview Flats

Alder Terrace

Northfield Lodge

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530 E State St

303 Bridge Ave
Downtown Murfreesboro, Murfreesboro, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Murfreesboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Murfreesboro Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $959 | $1,829 |
| Downtown Murfreesboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $975 | $2,267 |
| Downtown Murfreesboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $716 | $2,824 |
| Downtown Murfreesboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,998 | $725 | $3,100 |
| Downtown Murfreesboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $466 | $416 | $516 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Murfreesboro Neighborhood of Murfreesboro, TN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Murfreesboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Murfreesboro area of Murfreesboro, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Maitland Court Apartments priced from $925. The Lily Grace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Murfreesboro apartments for rent in Murfreesboro, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maitland Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Lily Grace Apartments | Classic Renovation One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Haynes Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Cove at Center Point | Oakland 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Kingwood | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Chelsea Place | Williamsburg | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Dempsey | The Sloan | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| 816 Greenland Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Poplar Village | Wilson | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Murfreesboro, TN
As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown 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 |
| The Summit Townhomes | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Ashwood Cove | The Oak/The Flint | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Richland Falls | Fall Creek | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Saddlebrook Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 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 |
| Haynes Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Murfreesboro Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Murfreesboro?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Murfreesboro is under $1,169.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Murfreesboro?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Murfreesboro is Maitland Court Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Downtown Murfreesboro costs $1,454.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 18 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Murfreesboro?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Murfreesboro have an average cost of $300 which is $1,154 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Murfreesboro.
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