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Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chattanooga, TN

Pricing Updated: 04/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Chattanooga, TN area range in price from $850 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $2,513. The three Chattanooga neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westside Chattanooga at $1,200, Piney Woods at $900, and Arts District at $995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chattanooga Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Westside Chattanooga$1,200$1,2001
Piney Woods$1,350$9005
Arts District$1,423$9958
Riverfront$1,423$1,2002
Cedar Hill$1,425$1,3502
Downtown Chattanooga$1,522$1,2005
Tiftonia$1,570$89912
Cherokee Woods$1,650$1,4002
Southside$1,825$89929
Marimont Old Crab Tree$1,850$1,6502

Cheapest Available Chattanooga Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chattanooga, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Amberleigh Ridge in the Marimont neighborhood priced from $240. GoodHomes Chattanooga in the Shepherd neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chattanooga apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amberleigh RidgeB1 - The Copper2BR,1BA$240
GoodHomes ChattanoogaLimited-Time Move-In Special available!Studio,1BA$825
Gateway at Rossville1bds1BR,1BA$829
The Winn at 9501 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$860
Passenger FlatsStudio EasternStudio,1BA$888
Lakeshore ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Apartment Home - SPECIAL LI...1BR,1BA$895
River Hills FlatsThe Creekside FlatStudio,1BA$899
MAA Heritage ParkThe Birch1BR,1BA$912
The Villages at Fort Town ApartmentsFort Town Place I1BR,1BA$912
The Overlook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chattanooga, TN

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chattanooga area is the $0.89 price per square foot 4115 Harbor Hills Rd Model at 4115 Harbor Hills Rd, Unit A in the in the East Chattanooga neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Chattanooga apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Firefly starting at $1,450 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the East Chattanooga neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chattanooga apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4115 Harbor Hills Rd, Unit A4115 Harbor Hills Rd3BR,2BA$0.89
The Firefly3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.93
Riverview NorthC1 Renovated3BR,2BA$1.06
Trails of Signal MountainMckenzie2BR,1.5BA$1.01
The Reserve at Mountain Pass2BR2BR,2BA$1.01
Scenic Ridge1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.08
Cedarbrooke ApartmentsA-52BR,1.5BA$1.07
Chateau Royale Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.00
Gateway at Rossville2bds2BR,2BA$1.01
Douglas Heights2BR/2BA - B12BR,2BA$1.07

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Chattanooga, TN Area Reviews

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Catrina • 1+ years in Chattanooga

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chattanooga

What type of rentals are currently available in Chattanooga?

There are currently 671 Apartments for Rent in Chattanooga, TN with pricing that ranges from $525 to $6,826. There are also 303 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chattanooga ranging from $825 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chattanooga?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chattanooga ranges from $825 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,890.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chattanooga?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chattanooga range from $715 to $5,753, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,645 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $685.

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 Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chattanooga, TN

Written by: Catrina Cowart

Hi, I'm Catrina, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chattanooga. Today, I'd love to talk to you about a gem of a city: Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.