
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN from $400 with Swimming Pool (32 Rentals)
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Tiffany Square

Highland Terrace Communities

Woodview Terrace

West Towne Manor

Walker Springs Apartments

Meadowood Apartments

Country Club

Northshore Woods

Canyon & Knox Landing

Creek Ridge Apartments

Element at Cedar Bluff

Steeplechase Apartment Homes

Spring Meadow Apartments

Londontown Apartments

Brendon Park Apartments

Carriage Hill

The Meridian

Breckenridge Apartments

Views at Elm Grove

Palmer

Johnathan's Ridge Apartments

Kenridge Apartments
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 | $1,647 | $775 | $3,832 |
Knoxville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $750 | $4,812 |
Knoxville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $899 | $7,211 |
Knoxville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $949 | $6,569 |
Knoxville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $899 | $3,427 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Knoxville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Knoxville is under $1,009.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Knoxville?
The cheapest apartment in Knoxville is Forestdale Village which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Knoxville costs $2,089.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Knoxville?
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 99,302 regular apartments in Knoxville 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 Knoxville?
Cheap apartments in Knoxville have an average cost of $1,040 which is $1,049 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knoxville.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.

Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics
Written by: Trey Huguley
When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.