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Highland on Briley
2131 Elm Hill PikeNashville, TN 37210
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1441 Lebanon PikeNashville, TN 37210
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2425 Atrium WayNashville, TN 37214
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Sycamore Villas
550 McCrory Creek RdNashville, TN 37214
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700 Airways CirNashville, TN 37214
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100 Jackson Downs BlvdNashville, TN 37214
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The Flats of Donelson
110 Hickory Hill CtNashville, TN 37214
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Donelson, Nashville, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donelson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donelson Studio Apartments | $1,589 | $999 | $1,949 |
| Donelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $850 | $3,559 |
| Donelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,049 | $3,589 |
| Donelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $1,300 | $7,249 |
| Donelson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,407 | $2,719 | $7,640 |
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Cheapest Available Donelson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Donelson area of Nashville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Creekstone priced from $850. Highland on Briley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $910. Here are the most affordable Donelson apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekstone | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Highland on Briley | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Atrium Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| City Side Flats | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $996 |
| Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes | 1 bdrm /1 bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donelson, TN
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Donelson area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Sycamore Villas in the in the Donelson neighborhood starting from $1,329. The second greatest value Donelson apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath Model at The Flats of Donelson starting at $1,249 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Donelson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Donelson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Villas | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| The Flats of Donelson | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Pine Brook TN | 1 Bdrm with patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Sheffield Heights Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Music City Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Highland on Briley | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Jackson Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| City Side Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes | 1 bdrm /1 bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Creekstone | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donelson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Donelson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Donelson is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Donelson?
The cheapest apartment in Donelson is Creekstone which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Donelson costs $3,635.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Donelson?
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 27 regular apartments in Donelson 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 Donelson?
Cheap apartments in Donelson have an average cost of $102 which is $3,533 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Donelson.
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