
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Unicoi, TN from $700 (40 Rentals)
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Buccaneer Court

Apex Johnson City

Presswood Court

Axis on Roan

Greenwood Farms Apartments

Sterling Hills Apartments

River View Townhomes
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The Villas at River Bend

Charleston Square Townhomes

Pickens Bridge Village

106-108 W Mountain View Rd

Beaver Hollow Apartments

Brush Creek Meadows

Walnut Cove Apartments

Buffalo Ridge Apartments
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The Villas at Boone Ridge

Blue Ridge Apartments

Retreat at Meadowview

Summer Chase Apartments

Rosemont

The Emerson Apartments

Universal at Mockingbird Lane

Miller Crest
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Universal at Mountainview

200-206 S Boone St

1909 Cherokee Rd

Old Gray Manor

Brandy Mills Apartments

3918 Timberlake Rd

Feather Ridge

2723 S Roan St
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Eli's Place

Copper Ridge Apartments

1507 Linden St

103 Beech St

Paxton Place

Marbleton Townhomes

Pleasant View Apartments on Cherokee

132 Hensley Loop
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Unicoi, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Unicoi?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicoi 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $825 | $2,315 |
| Unicoi 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $875 | $2,970 |
| Unicoi 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $1,237 | $3,220 |
| Unicoi 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $700 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Unicoi Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Unicoi, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Watauga Square in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood priced from $817. Apex Johnson City in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Unicoi apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watauga Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
| Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Brandy Mills Apartments | BrandyMills 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Greenwood Farms Apartments | Two Bedroom - Small | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Villas at River Bend | 1 Bedroom Second Level | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Beaver Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom S60 | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Buffalo Ridge Apartments | Buffalo 2B 1.5B | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Unicoi, TN and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Unicoi area is the $0.43 price per square foot College Heights Model at College Heights in the in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood starting from $650. The second greatest value Unicoi apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at 805 Antioch Rd starting at $1,800 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Unicoi apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Heights | College Heights | 4BR,4BA | $0.43 |
| 805 Antioch Rd | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Dominion Townhomes for Rent | Dominion 2B 2.5B | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Apex Johnson City | 2 Bed x 2.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Buffalo Ridge Apartments | Buffalo 2B 1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Laurelwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 106-108 W Mountain View Rd | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Harbor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Beaver Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom S60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Unicoi Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Unicoi Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Unicoi Apartment is $817 at Watauga Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Unicoi Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Unicoi is starting from $875 at Apex Johnson City.
What is the most affordable Unicoi Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Unicoi Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Apartments and starts from $1,237.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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