Cheap Homes for Rent in South Waterfront Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $600 (6 Rentals)

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South Waterfront, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Waterfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Waterfront area of Knoxville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Terrace Communities priced from $1,029. Maplehurst has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,155. Here are the most affordable South Waterfront apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Terrace CommunitiesHighland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,029
MaplehurstStudiosStudio,1BA$1,155
The HenleyMetro1BR,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Waterfront, TN

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Waterfront area is the $2.63 price per square foot The Tennessee- Limited Availability Model at The Landings in the in the East Knoxville neighborhood starting from $2,949. The second greatest value South Waterfront apartment is the The Mod Model at The Henley starting at $1,856 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the East Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The LandingsThe Tennessee- Limited Availability3BR,2BA$2.63
The HenleyThe Mod2BR,2BA$1.69
The DavyB22BR,2BA$1.81
South Banks at Suttree Landing1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
Highland Avenue Apartments1st Floor2BR,1BA$1.98
The Scene at 2300Two Bedroom / One Bath2BR,1BA$2.25
City South ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.12
811 East DowntownThe Main1BR,1BA$2.44
Highland Terrace CommunitiesHighland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.87
MaplehurstStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in South Waterfront?

There are currently 97 Apartments for Rent in South Waterfront, TN with pricing that ranges from $800 to $8,990. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Waterfront ranging from $690 to $3,255.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Waterfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Waterfront ranges from $690 to $3,255 with an average monthly rent of $1,890.

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