
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Townsend, TN from $699 (43 Rentals)
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Watson Glades Place

Sequoyah Village Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

Windy Lakes Apartments

Evergreen Terrace

Red Bud Apartments

Cherokee Ridge Apartments
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Riverside South

Scenic Terrace

Camellia Trace

Maplehurst

Northshore Woods

The Villas at Kyker Ferry

Coleson Creek Apartments

City South Apartments
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Overlook at Allensville

Hub Knoxville

Living Fully Sevierville

Southmont Apartments

The Lofts at Pigeon Forge

Park Place West Apartments

The Adelade

Bridgeway Apartments
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Topside 333

River Hill Townhomes

2436 Belvedere Ave

The Henley

Ridge at Hamilton Crossing

Smoky Crossing Apartment Homes

Rylan's Creek Apartments

Caelian South Grove Apartments
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612 South Studios

1704 Bob White Dr

Riverpark Apartments

12827 Chapman Hwy

104 Eakins Dr

838 Cherry St

401 Regal Tower

Johnathan's Ridge Apartments
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507 S Cedar St

411 Cherokee Heights Dr

Asbury Way
Townsend, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Townsend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Studio Apartments | $1,310 | $850 | $2,129 |
| Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $862 | $3,795 |
| Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $837 | $3,411 |
| Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $699 | $5,353 |
| Townsend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $707 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Townsend Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Townsend, TN is a Studio unit found at Cedar Ridge Apartments in the South Knoxville neighborhood priced from $875. Evergreen Terrace in the North Knoxville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | Junior Apartment | Studio, 1BA | $875 |
| Evergreen Terrace | One Bedroom remodel | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Cherokee Ridge Apartments | The Appalachia | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Maplehurst | Efficiency | Studio, 1BA | $1,025 |
| Red Bud Apartments | 2Bd/1Ba | 2BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| City South Apartments | Studio - 612 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,130 |
| Living Fully Sevierville | The Forge | Studio, 1BA | $1,199 |
| The Lofts at Pigeon Forge | 1 BD 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Southmont Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| The Villas at Kyker Ferry | 1 Bedroom Second Level - expanded | 1BR, 1BA | $1,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, TN and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $1.23 price per square foot 4x3 Model at Cherokee Farmhouse Villas in the South Knoxville neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the The Chilhowee Model at Ridge at Hamilton Crossing in the Maryville Alcoa neighborhood starting at $2,155 with a $1.50 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee Farmhouse Villas | 4x3 | 4BR, 3BA | $1.23 |
| Ridge at Hamilton Crossing | The Chilhowee | 3BR, 2BA | $1.50 |
| Red Bud Apartments | 2Bd/1.5Ba | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Eastgate Condominiums | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.33 |
| Topside 333 | 2 Bed Standard | 2BR, 2BA | $1.44 |
| River Hill Townhomes | Cobalt | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Quarry Trail | 2BR/2BA - A1 - ELITE | 2BR, 2BA | $1.42 |
| Flagship Kern's Apartments | Academic Year 2026 - 2027 - B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.11 |
| Knox Row | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
| Cherokee Ridge Apartments | The Appalachia | 1BR, 1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Townsend Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Townsend?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Townsend is at Cedar Ridge Apartments listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment is $900 at Evergreen Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Townsend Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Townsend is starting from $1,100 at Cedar Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place West Apartments and starts from $1,398.
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