
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Nations Neighborhood of Nashville, TN from $700 (31 Rentals)
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Forty West

Robertson Avenue Flats

Nations Landing

Alabama Avenue Flats

The Nine on Forty

West 46th Apartments
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Station 40

The Phoenix on 51st

Bexley Silo Bend

The Reeve

4604 Illinois Ave

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The Riley

Modera Nations

Avenue 41 Townhomes

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Rye Charlotte Ave

West Town Lofts

Livano Nations

5925 Carl Pl
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3216 Holland Ln

1638 54th Ave N, Unit 327

West Wind Apartments

1041 40th Ave N

The Dover

6334 Patton Ave

325 54th Ave N
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1015 43rd Ave N

545 Stevenson St

6209 Laredo Ave
The Nations, Nashville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Nations?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nations Studio Apartments | $1,611 | $1,090 | $4,423 |
| The Nations 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $950 | $3,972 |
| The Nations 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,199 | $3,877 |
| The Nations 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $1,669 | $4,888 |
| The Nations 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,536 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available The Nations Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Nations area of Nashville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Croley Court priced from $929. Forty West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable The Nations apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croley Court | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Forty West | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Robertson Avenue Flats | Robertson Avenue Flats - Studio Apartment Home | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Alabama Avenue Flats | Alabama Avenue - Convenient One Bedroom Apartme... | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Dover | The Dover - C3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Nations Landing | The Michigan | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Nine on Forty | The Nine on Forty - Comfortable Two Bedroom Apa... | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| West 46th Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,313 |
| Station 40 | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,413 |
| Cortland at the Nations | Centennial | Studio,1BA | $1,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Nations, TN
As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Nations area is the $1.78 price per square foot Avenue 41 - Amazing 4 Bedroom Townhome Model at Avenue 41 Townhomes in the in the Elizabeth Park neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value The Nations apartment is the The Illinois Model at Nations Landing starting at $1,649 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the West Nashville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Nations apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue 41 Townhomes | Avenue 41 - Amazing 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.78 |
| Nations Landing | The Illinois | 3BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Arcade West Nashville | 1 Bed/1 Bath Upper Level | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Bexley Silo Bend | Illinois | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| The Nine on Forty | The Nine on Forty - Delightful Two Bedroom Apar... | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Union Apartments | Floyd | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Riley | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Croley Court | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Forty West | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Alabama Avenue Flats | Alabama Avenue - Convenient One Bedroom Apartme... | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Best Local Schools in The Nations, Nashville, TN
Cockrill Elementary
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McKissack Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Nations Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Nations?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Nations is at Robertson Avenue Flats listed at $1,090.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Nations Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Nations Apartment is $929 at Croley Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Nations Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Nations is starting from $1,019 at Croley Court.
What is the most affordable The Nations Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Nations Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nations Landing and starts from $1,649.
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