Cheap Homes for Rent in Donelson Neighborhood of Nashville, TN from $1,200 (24 Rentals)

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property at 106A McKennell Dr

$1,495

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$1,495
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$1,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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106A McKennell Dr

NashvilleTN37206

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property at 1520 Riverside Dr - Bottom

$1,600

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$1,600
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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

1520 Riverside Dr - Bottom

NashvilleTN37206

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property at 1008 Hunters Meadow Ln

$1,900

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$1,900
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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 1

1008 Hunters Meadow Ln

NashvilleTN37216

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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. Atrium Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. 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
Atrium Flats1BR - Small Unfurnished1BR,1BA$899
Creekstone ApartmentsAspen1BR,1BA$929
City Side Flats ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$980
Pine Brook Apartments1 Bdrm1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donelson, TN

As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donelson area is the $1.42 price per square foot 1 Bdrm with patio Model at Pine Brook Apartments in the in the Donelson neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Donelson apartment is the The Briley Model at Flats at Donelson Plaza starting at $1,495 with a $1.97 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.
Pine Brook Apartments1 Bdrm with patio1BR,1BA$1.42
Flats at Donelson PlazaThe Briley1BR,1BA$1.97
Sheffield Heights Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Music City FlatsA11BR,1BA$1.38
Highland on BrileyMaple1BR,1BA$1.48
Jackson Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Glen Valley Apartments and Duplexes1 bdrm /1 bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.48
StraightwayUnit 12BR,1BA$1.92
Creekstone ApartmentsAspen1BR,1BA$1.63
City Side Flats ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$1.88

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Donelson, Nashville, TN

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Donelson

What type of rentals are currently available in Donelson?

There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Donelson, TN with pricing that ranges from $850 to $5,741. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Donelson ranging from $1,200 to $5,500.

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 $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,314.

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 $4,056, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,439.

Expert Rental Resources

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