Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $400 (174 Rentals)

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3504 Marport Dr

ChattanoogaTN37406

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207 Laws Ave

ChattanoogaTN37411
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Riverside, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at Passenger Flats priced from $888. River Hills Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Passenger FlatsStudio EasternStudio,1BA$888
River Hills FlatsThe Creekside FlatStudio,1BA$899
MAA Heritage ParkThe Birch1BR,1BA$912
The Overlook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Park Ridge ApartmentsCozy 1 Bed 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$924
River City North2x22BR,2BA$940
Northshore Village1x1a1BR,1BA$950
Foundry Flats0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, TN

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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
Bluff View at Northside ApartmentsCumberland Rehab2BR,2.5BA$1.14
Glen Ridge Townhomes2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.11
Riverview NorthC1 Renovated3BR,2BA$1.06
Trails of Signal MountainMckenzie2BR,1.5BA$1.01
The Reserve at Mountain Pass2BR2BR,2BA$1.01
Chateau Royale Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.00
Summit East RidgeCypress2BR,1BA$1.12
Douglas Heights2BR/2BA - B12BR,2BA$1.07

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Tennessee and customized analysis for Chattanooga, Tennessee. 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 easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Riverside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverside is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside?

The cheapest apartment in Riverside is MAA Heritage Park which is listed at $912, while the average apartment in Riverside costs $3,794.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Riverside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Riverside?

Cheap apartments in Riverside have an average cost of $220 which is $3,574 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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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

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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

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