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Germantown, Nashville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Germantown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Germantown area of Nashville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Mosley on 6th priced from $610. Preserve At Metrocenter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Germantown apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mosley on 6th1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$610
Preserve At Metrocenter1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Randee RogersTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$763
RUTLEDGE FLATS APARTMENTSParthenonStudio,1BA$938
Trinity LoftsTrinity Lofts - StudioStudio,1BA$999
Villas at Metro CenterModel 2A2BR,1BA$1,000
Nance Place1 Bed 1 Bath L1BR,1BA$1,101
Capitol TowersStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Barbizon ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Germantown, TN

As of September 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Germantown area is the $1.41 price per square foot Belmont Model at The Aria Townhomes in the in the Capitol Hill Area neighborhood starting from $3,489. The second greatest value Germantown apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Manning Place starting at $1,412 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the East Nashville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Germantown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Aria TownhomesBelmont4BR,3.5BA$1.41
Manning Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.04
The Paddock at Grandview3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.42
Mosley on 6th2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Preserve At Metrocenter2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.97
Hallmark at the Park2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.32
Villas at Metro CenterModel 2A2BR,1BA$1.16
800 Shelby Ave, Unit Unit #4800 Shelby Ave1BR,1BA$1.39
1722 4th Ave N, Unit B1722 4th Ave N2BR,1BA$1.42
Nance Place1 Bed 1 Bath L1BR,1BA$1.71

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Germantown, Nashville, TN

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Tennessee, including Nashville. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Germantown Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Germantown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Germantown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Germantown is under $1,175.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Germantown?

The cheapest apartment in Germantown is Mosley on 6th which is listed at $610, while the average apartment in Germantown costs $16,906.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Germantown?

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 160 regular apartments in Germantown 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 Germantown?

Cheap apartments in Germantown have an average cost of $192 which is $16,714 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Germantown.

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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A Nashville Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Brandie Parton

I’m Brandie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Nashville, Tennessee.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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