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1362 Passenger StChattanooga, TN 37408
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN from $500 (21 Rentals)
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4020 Kirkland Ave
ChattanoogaTN37410
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The Overlook Apartments
1201 Boynton DrChattanooga, TN 37402
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Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave
418 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37402
3816 Fagan St
ChattanoogaTN37410
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Borough 33 Apartments
1133 Bexley SqChattanooga, TN 37410
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The Maclellan
721 Broad StChattanooga, TN 37402
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The Fleetwood Building
232 E 11th StChattanooga, TN 37402
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Southside, Chattanooga, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $1,420 | $888 | $2,204 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $967 | $3,392 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $890 | $3,849 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $715 | $3,770 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $962 | $685 | $2,550 |
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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 $888. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger Flats | Studio Eastern | Studio,1BA | $888 |
| The Overlook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Foundry Flats | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Borough 33 Apartments | Addison | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Grand | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, TN
As of May 03, 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 2 Bedroom Model at Riverset starting at $1,759 with a $1.95 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Ayrshire Building - 418 Mccallie Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Riverset | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Douglas Heights | 2BR/2BA - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Bread Factory Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
| One Riverside Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Vista Cameron Harbor | Harper | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Fleetwood Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.48 |
| Burnside | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Market City Center | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 17 Broad | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside is under $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is The Overlook Apartments which is listed at $967, while the average apartment in Southside costs $2,049.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
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 15 regular apartments in Southside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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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Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.
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Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.