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property at 1008 Hunters Meadow Ln

$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1008 Hunters Meadow Ln

NashvilleTN37216
property at 3317B Niagara Dr

$1,800

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3317B Niagara Dr

NashvilleTN37214

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property at 2822 Airwood Dr

$1,900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2822 Airwood Dr

NashvilleTN37214
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Donelson, Nashville, TN Local Guide

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 Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes priced from $850. Music City Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Donelson apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes1 bdrm/1bath Duplex1BR,1BA$850
Music City FlatsA11BR,1BA$880
Creekstone ApartmentsAspen1BR,1BA$929
Highland on BrileyMaple1BR,1BA$961
Polo ParkKentucky Derby1BR,1BA$980
Jackson Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,020
Stewarts FerryPines1BR,1BA$1,047
Pine Brook Apartments1 Bdrm with patio1BR,1BA$1,095
City Side Flats ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1,166

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donelson, TN

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donelson area is the $1.45 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sheffield Heights Apartment Homes in the in the Donelson neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Donelson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Terrace Park Apartments starting at $1,457 with a $1.59 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sheffield Heights Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.45
Terrace Park Apartments2 Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.59
Pine Brook Apartments1 Bdrm with patio1BR,1BA$1.41
City Side Flats ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1.59
Music City FlatsA11BR,1BA$1.21
Highland on BrileyMaple1BR,1BA$1.34
Jackson Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes1 bdrm /1 bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.48
StraightwayUnit 12BR,1BA$1.92
Creekstone ApartmentsAspen1BR,1BA$1.63

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Donelson, Nashville, TN

Ranked #86

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Donelson

What type of rentals are currently available in Donelson?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Donelson, TN with pricing that ranges from $770 to $14,100. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Donelson ranging from $1,200 to $5,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Donelson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Donelson ranges from $1,200 to $5,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,811.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Donelson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Donelson range from $1,300 to $5,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,725 to $4,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,099 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,364.

Expert Rental Resources

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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As part of the team here at Apartment Home Living, I am eager to tell you all about Nashville, and its amazing colleges and nearby neighborhoods that make perfect residences for students, seeking to increase their education and g.

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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