
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Donelson Hills Neighborhood of Nashville, TN from $700 (14 Rentals)
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Donelson Hills, Nashville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donelson Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donelson Hills Studio Apartments | $1,542 | $1,299 | $1,889 |
| Donelson Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $850 | $2,500 |
| Donelson Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,050 | $4,777 |
| Donelson Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $1,300 | $5,562 |
| Donelson Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,091 | $4,034 | $8,148 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Donelson Hills Neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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Cheapest Available Donelson Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Donelson Hills area of Nashville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Music City Flats priced from $850. Glastonbury Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Donelson Hills apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music City Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Glastonbury Woods | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes | 1 bdrm/1bath Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Highland on Briley | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $961 |
| Biltmore Place | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,217 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donelson Hills, TN
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donelson Hills area is the $1.31 price per square foot Two Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sheffield Heights Apartment Homes in the in the Donelson neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Donelson Hills apartment is the The Belle Air Model at Flats at Donelson Plaza starting at $1,606 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Donelson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Donelson Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Heights Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Flats at Donelson Plaza | The Belle Air | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Music City Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Highland on Briley | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Biltmore Place | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Bexley Donelson | Cumberland | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes | 1 bdrm /1 bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Straightway | Unit 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Glastonbury Woods | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Crest at Stones Branch | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDonelson Hills, Nashville, TN
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Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donelson Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Donelson Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Donelson Hills is under $1,387.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Donelson Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Donelson Hills is Music City Flats which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Donelson Hills costs $6,091.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Donelson Hills?
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 8 regular apartments in Donelson Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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