
Cheap Homes for Rent in Old City Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $800 (13 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Old City area of Knoxville.


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Old City, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Old City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,712 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
Old City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,231 | $1,495 | $3,600 |
Old City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,979 | $1,995 | $5,980 |
Old City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,970 | $3,000 | $8,940 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old City Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Cheapest Available Old City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old City area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Society 865 priced from $799. Morningside Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable Old City apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Society 865 | 3SA - Sigma | 3BR,2BA | $799 |
Morningside Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1,070 |
The Dandridge | Two Bedroom - One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
The Standard at Knoxville | Peerless 3 - 4Br, 4Ba | 4BR,4BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old City, TN
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old City area is the $0.56 price per square foot 2122 Brooks Ave Model at 2122 Brooks Ave, Unit Room 1 Master Bedroom in the in the Holston Hills neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Old City apartment is the 2x2.5 Model at Sutherland Loft Townhouses starting at $2,300 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2122 Brooks Ave, Unit Room 1 Master Bedroom | 2122 Brooks Ave | 1BR,2.5BA | $0.56 |
Sutherland Loft Townhouses | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
Union Knoxville | D6 | 4BR,4BA | $1.17 |
1815 Logan Ave, Unit A1 | 1815 Logan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
401 E Scott Ave, Unit 401-1 | 401 E Scott Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
The Henley | The Mod | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
First Creek at Austin | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
The Dandridge | Two Bed OneBath - UPG | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Knox High Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Nova Knoxville | Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old City
What type of rentals are currently available in Old City?
There are currently 284 Apartments for Rent in Old City, TN with pricing that ranges from $780 to $14,912. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old City ranging from $850 to $10,320.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old City ranges from $850 to $10,320 with an average monthly rent of $4,097.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old City range from $799 to $4,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.
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