Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Vista Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $600 (30 Rentals)

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Campbell Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Campbell Ridge

3401 Campbell StChattanooga, TN 37406
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Hill Apartments

5305-5315 Highway 58Chattanooga, TN 37416
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Lake Vista, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Vista area of Chattanooga, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Courts at Waterford priced from $1,013. Haven Cross Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Lake Vista apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courts at Waterford1x11BR,1BA$1,013
Haven Cross CreekA11BR,1BA$1,050
The Shoals at Chickamauga LakeA21BR,1BA$1,051
Elements of Chattanooga1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,081
The Hills at Oakwood Apartment HomesThe Cedar TH 1x1.51BR,1BA$1,100
Marina PointeConstellation1BR,1BA$1,137
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1,150
Reserve at LakeshoreFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,152
Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment HomesCumberland1BR,1BA$1,215
Villas at Oak CrestHawthorne1BR,1BA$1,291

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Vista, TN

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Vista area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Casetta Model at Forest Hill Villas in the in the East Chattanooga neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Lake Vista apartment is the B1 Model at The Shoals at Chickamauga Lake starting at $1,506 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the East Chattanooga neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Hill VillasThe Casetta2BR,2BA$1.41
The Shoals at Chickamauga LakeB12BR,2BA$1.22
MAA CloverdaleThe Preakness2BR,2BA$1.34
RiverstoneSunset1BR,1BA$1.69
Villas at Oak CrestHawthorne1BR,1BA$1.54
Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment HomesHiwassee1BR,1BA$1.55
Ridgeview at Northgate1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.67
Haven Cross CreekA11BR,1BA$1.42
Elements of Chattanooga1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1.61

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Lake Vista, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #43

Among neighborhoods in Chattanooga, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Chattanooga. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, 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 Lake Vista Neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN

Walk Score®

17 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

15 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Lake Vista Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Vista Apartment is $1,013 at Courts at Waterford.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Vista is starting from $1,200 at The Hills at Oakwood Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Lake Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Haven Cross Creek and starts from $1,500.

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