
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN Under $1,200 (81 Rentals)


Hudson on the Greenway

The District Knoxville

Views at Elm Grove

The Meridian

Londontown Apartments

Evergreen at the Bluffs

West Hills Village Apartments
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Rand Stockton

Sutters Mill Apartments

Retreat West Hills

Canyon & Knox Landing

Steeplechase Apartment Homes

Spring Meadow Apartments

Meadowood Apartments
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Creek Ridge Apartments

Northshore Woods

Willow Creek Apartments

Highland Terrace Communities

Bouldercrest

Country Club

West Towne Manor

Red Bud Apartments

The Villas at Londontown
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Woodview Terrace

Tiffany Square

Carlton Square

Summit Towers

Morningside Gardens Apartments

16th Place Apartments

Highland Manor Apartments

North Hills Apartments
Knoxville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Knoxville and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Wendy Melton

Sequoyah Village Apartments

2122 Brooks Ave, Unit Room 1 Master Bedroom

5101 Asheville Hwy

108 E Inskip Dr

411 Sharp Ln NE

201 Ave B
Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Knoxville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Knoxville Studio Apartments | $1,711 | $775 | $3,384 |
Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $780 | $4,815 |
Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $799 | $6,636 |
Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $799 | $4,843 |
Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $799 | $3,547 |
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Getting Around Knoxville, TN
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 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 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Knoxville with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Knoxville is at Forestdale Village listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is $1,704.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Knoxville Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Knoxville is a 1,099 square feet unit starting from $2,509 at Yardley Flats Apartments.
What is the average size for Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Knoxville is currently 629 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN
Written by: Wendy Melton
Knoxville is considered to be a jewel of the south. It is the largest city in the eastern half of Tennessee and home to the main campus of the University of Tennessee.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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.