
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Vista Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $600 (30 Rentals)
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2405 N Chamberlain Ave

4905 TN-58

2408 Harley St

4154 Willard Dr

4147 Willard Dr

Riverside Place
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8731 Millard Lee Ln

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Haven Cross Creek

The Shoals at Chickamauga Lake

Elements of Chattanooga

Marina Pointe

Laurel Ridge Apartments
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5102 TN-58

2318 N Chamberlain Ave

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The Hills at Oakwood Apartment Homes

Reserve at Lakeshore

4715 Murray Lake Ln
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5307 TN-58

2934 Lightfoot Mill Rd

5113 TN-58

2302 Wheeler Ave
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4077 Teakwood Dr
Lake Vista, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Vista?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lake Vista Studio Apartments | $1,371 | $675 | $2,077 |
Lake Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $725 | $2,726 |
Lake Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $725 | $3,259 |
Lake Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,131 | $1,099 | $2,725 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Lake Vista Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Courts at Waterford | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
Haven Cross Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Shoals at Chickamauga Lake | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
Elements of Chattanooga | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
The Hills at Oakwood Apartment Homes | The Cedar TH 1x1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Marina Pointe | Constellation | 1BR,1BA | $1,137 |
Laurel Ridge Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Reserve at Lakeshore | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,152 |
Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment Homes | Cumberland | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Villas at Oak Crest | Hawthorne | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Forest Hill Villas | The Casetta | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
The Shoals at Chickamauga Lake | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
MAA Cloverdale | The Preakness | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Riverstone | Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Villas at Oak Crest | Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Bridgeway Chattanooga Apartment Homes | Hiwassee | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Ridgeview at Northgate | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Haven Cross Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Elements of Chattanooga | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Laurel Ridge Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Vista, Chattanooga, TN
Ranked #43
Among neighborhoods in Chattanooga, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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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