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Knoxville, TN 37914
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Knoxville, TN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Knoxville, TN

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Knoxville, TN area range in price from $450 to $7,062 with an overall median price of $1,901. The three Knoxville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Marble City at $450, West View at $450, and Island Home at $750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Knoxville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Marble City$1,599$450115
West View$1,607$450110
Island Home$1,649$750204
Uptown Knoxville$1,677$450406
Outer Southside$1,685$450381
South Knoxville$1,685$450381
Morningside$1,697$575235
Old Sevier$1,697$750247
Five Points$1,699$550229
North Knoxville$1,699$450526

Cheapest Available Knoxville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Knoxville, TN is a Studio unit found at Cedar Hill in the West Hills neighborhood priced from $874. Highland Avenue Apartments in the West Knoxville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Knoxville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar HillStudioStudio,1BA$874
Highland Avenue Apartments1st Floor2BR,1BA$900
MaplehurstEfficiencyStudio,1BA$922
Highland Terrace CommunitiesHighland Terrace EfficiencyStudio,1BA$925
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$935
Woodbury Crossing3 B Floor Plan3BR,2BA$935
The Flats at Scheel1x11BR,1BA$950
CrestridgeThe LibertyStudio,1BA$973
The Abigail1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
EmersonStudio BStudio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN

As of December 26, 2024 the best value apartment in the Knoxville area is the $0.35 price per square foot Studio Model at 612 South Studios in the in the North Knoxville neighborhood starting from $1,128. The second greatest value Knoxville apartment is the 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Knox Ridge starting at $1,160 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
612 South StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$0.35
Knox Ridge4 Bedroom Townhouse4BR,4BA$0.37
Cherokee Farmhouse Villas4x34BR,3BA$1.23
Windermere TrailsSingle Family Home4BR,2.5BA$1.26
Redpoint Knoxville3x33BR,3BA$0.93
Ivy at West HillsHoneysuckle3BR,2BA$1.28
Woodbury Crossing3 B Floor Plan3BR,2BA$0.84
White Oak CrossingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.98
Summercrest Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.21
Walker Springs ApartmentsIris1BR,1BA$1.23

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Knoxville Overview

Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville retains its Appalachian heritage while welcoming a melting pot of modern tastes and global cultures. Whether you’re interested in renting apartments in Knoxville because you’ve heard about its designation as “America’s Most Romantic City,” because you can’t get enough of the champion Lady Vols, or to take advantage of its rich employment opportunities, Knoxville has a wealth of apartment choices in both the downtown and surrounding areas.

Why live in Knoxville, TN?

Along with the benefits of life in Knoxville apartments with its mild climate, sophisticated transit system and wealth of local media, colorful, cultural Knoxville draws residents from all parts of the country, live in its unique neighborhoods, riverfront benefits and Smoky Mountain flavor.

Knoxville, TN
Population: 187,500

Ranked #136

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Knoxville, TN

Ranked #3

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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 Cheap Knoxville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Knoxville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Knoxville is at Cedar Hill listed at $874.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Knoxville Apartment is $935 at Oakview Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Knoxville is starting from $900 at Highland Avenue Apartments.

What is the most affordable Knoxville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Knoxville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbury Crossing and starts from $935.

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