
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $600 (12 Rentals)
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221 Hawthorne Ave

2718 Painter Ave SW
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1928 Vermont Ave, Unit Furnished Master Bedroom

3061 Kingston Pike

5709 Lyons View Pike, Unit 5103
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3104 E Governor John Sevier Hwy

1700 Clinch Ave

1136 Valley Dr SW
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473 Walnut St

1903 Mississippi Ave

1004 Game Day Way
Knoxville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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South Knoxville, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Knoxville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Knoxville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,077 | $1,350 | $7,000 |
South Knoxville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,448 | $1,600 | $4,100 |
South Knoxville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,928 | $1,995 | $5,980 |
South Knoxville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,940 | $8,940 | $8,940 |
South Knoxville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Knoxville Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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Cheapest Available South Knoxville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Knoxville area of Knoxville, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Society 865 priced from $799. Windy Lakes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable South Knoxville 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 |
Windy Lakes Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Highland Terrace Communities | Highland Terrace Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Commons at Knoxville | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1,070 |
The Dandridge | Two Bedroom - One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Knoxville, TN
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Knoxville area is the $0.31 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Knox Ridge in the in the West Knoxville neighborhood starting from $969. The second greatest value South Knoxville apartment is the 2122 Brooks Ave Model at 2122 Brooks Ave, Unit Room 1 Master Bedroom starting at $950 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the Holston Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Knoxville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Knox Ridge | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR,4BA | $0.31 |
2122 Brooks Ave, Unit Room 1 Master Bedroom | 2122 Brooks Ave | 1BR,2.5BA | $0.56 |
Redpoint Knoxville | 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.72 |
Topside 333 | 2 Bed Deluxe - Handicap | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
Ivy at West Hills | Honeysuckle | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
Union Knoxville | D5 | 4BR,4BA | $1.20 |
1716 Clinch Ave | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
1513 Forest Ave | One bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Johnathan's Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Windy Lakes Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Knoxville
What type of rentals are currently available in South Knoxville?
There are currently 314 Apartments for Rent in South Knoxville, TN with pricing that ranges from $699 to $6,636. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Knoxville ranging from $690 to $10,320.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Knoxville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Knoxville ranges from $690 to $10,320 with an average monthly rent of $4,575.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Knoxville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Knoxville range from $799 to $5,344, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $699.
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.

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.