Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (21 Rentals)

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Highlands Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highlands Apartments

2001 S Lyerly StChattanooga, TN 37404
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Mission at Main
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission at Main

26 E Main StChattanooga, TN 37408
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821 Vine St
2 Bedroom Apartments

821 Vine St

821 Vine StChattanooga, TN 37403
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Mitchell Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Mitchell Apartments

1601 Mitchell AveChattanooga, TN 37408
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320 High Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

320 High Street

320 High StChattanooga, TN 37403
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Foundry Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Foundry Flats

410 W 25th StChattanooga, TN 37408
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Chestnut Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Flats

2108 Chestnut StChattanooga, TN 37408
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Stone Ridge Park
3 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Ridge Park

1020 W 37th StChattanooga, TN 37410
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The Grand
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Grand

1401 Market StChattanooga, TN 37402

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Southside, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Chattanooga, TN is a Studio unit found at Passenger Flats priced from $899. The Overlook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Passenger FlatsStudio EasternStudio,1BA$899
The Overlook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$915
Foundry Flats0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
Borough 33 ApartmentsAddisonStudio,1BA$1,049
The GrandB11BR,1BA$1,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, TN

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave in the in the University of Tennessee At Chattanooga neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the William Model at The Maclellan starting at $1,797 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
The MaclellanWilliam1BR,1BA$1.91
Douglas Heights2BR/2BA - B12BR,2BA$1.07
Market City Center1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.88
One Riverside ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$2.00
Bread Factory LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.68
Burnside1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.83
The Fleetwood Building0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.48
District at Riverside ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.99
Lindsay 4141 Bedroom - Marion1BR,1BA$1.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southside, Chattanooga, TN

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Chattanooga. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Southside Neighborhood in Chattanooga, TN

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southside is at Passenger Flats listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Apartment is $967 at The Overlook Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside is starting from $1,126 at The Overlook Apartments.

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