1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Nashville, TN (986 Rentals)

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Nashville, TN Local Guide

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Nashville 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 23, 2025

There are currently 46182 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Nashville, TN that range in price from $700 to $5,335. West End CBD, Southeast Nashville and Buena Vista are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Nashville with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West End CBD1961$1,980$700
Southeast Nashville1563$1,780$799
Buena Vista1557$2,100$700
Elizabeth Park1551$2,104$700
Germantown1548$2,100$700
Osage North Fisk1425$2,099$700
Outer Southeast Nashville1293$1,760$799
Salemtown1265$2,109$700
Hume1154$1,980$700
Jones Buena Vista1146$2,099$700

Largest Available Nashville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Nashville, TN is found at The Crossings in the Antioch neighborhood and is 2,247 square feet priced from $3,040. The Stahlman in the East Nashville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,579 square feet and currently listed start at $2,512. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Nashville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The CrossingsLW12,247 Sq Ft$3,040
The StahlmanW71,579 Sq Ft$2,512
Neuhoff Residences1 Bed-1.5 Bath TH-T7 Monroe1,443 Sq Ft$4,898
Cortland Hickory HollowCurrently Unavailable1,330 Sq Ft$1,286
Cortland at the NationsThe Nations1,320 Sq Ft$2,574
Lyric on BellA31,216 Sq Ft$999
The Everett-Nashville YardsA71,139 Sq Ft$4,382
The MorrisA7D1,110 Sq Ft$2,168

Cheapest Available Nashville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 23, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Nashville, TN is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $610 at Mosley on 6th in the East Nashville neighborhood. The second most affordable Nashville 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Preserve At Metrocenter starting at $700 in the North Nashville neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Nashville is currently $1,817. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Nashville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Mosley on 6th1 Bedroom$610
Preserve At Metrocenter1 Bed, 1 bath$700
Union on Thompson1X1T$799
Mandolin TerraceStudio$843
Peppertree ApartmentsONE BEDROOM ONE BATH$848
Bell Hollow at Century Farms1 BEDROOM 1 BATH$849
Summit East Nashville1 Bedroom A$850
Dupont Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom Renovated$893
West End LivingPortland Ave 1 Bedroom$895

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Nashville Overview

Known affectionately as 'Music City USA', Nashville is both the largest city in Tennessee as well as its state capitol. Bordering the Cumberland River and with almost two million residents calling the city home, Nashville is a southern destination on the rise. With a wide variety of cheap apartments in Nashville as well as nearby rental homes, condos, and townhomes available to residents, you can't lose when moving here.

Why live in Nashville, TN?

Combining nightlife excitement, a huge array of museums and other cultural hot-spots, plentiful schools and a rising economic base, Nashville is a popular draw for numerous good reasons - especially appetizing are the wonderful options for apartments in Nashville. Foodies flock to the city, eager to sample the world-famous BBQ, hot chicken and fish dishes, while the city's foothold on the medical industry makes it an ideal home for many recent graduating students in the field.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Nashville, TN

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Nashville, TN

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Nashville Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Nashville with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Nashville is at Mosley on 6th listed at $610.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Nashville Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Nashville is $1,817.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Nashville Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Nashville is a 2,247 square feet unit starting from $3,040 at The Crossings.

What is the average size for Nashville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Nashville is currently 778 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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