Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Knoxville, TN from $400 (27 Rentals)

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Westview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

3212 Joyce AveKnoxville, TN 37921
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Knoxville's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Knoxville and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Wendy Melton

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Pine Ridge Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

4700 Schubert RdKnoxville, TN 37912
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Kenwood Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kenwood Apartments

1160 Kenesaw AveKnoxville, TN 37919
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Lovell Center
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lovell Center

10408-10412 Lovell Center DrKnoxville, TN 37922
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1309 Forest Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1309 Forest Ave

1309 Forest AveKnoxville, TN 37916
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316 James Agee St
2 Bedroom Apartments

316 James Agee St

316 James Agee StKnoxville, TN 37916
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Brownstone II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brownstone II

805 Flanders LnKnoxville, TN 37919
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The Brownstone I
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brownstone I

8122 Elderberry DrKnoxville, TN 37919
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Courtyards
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyards

8610 Courtyard WayKnoxville, TN 37923
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Moss Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Moss Grove

9304 Sapling Grove WayKnoxville, TN 37922
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West Gate Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Gate Terrace

801 Gate LnKnoxville, TN 37909
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Pleasant Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant Terrace

4601 Pleasant Ridge RdKnoxville, TN 37912
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Westside, Knoxville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside area of Knoxville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakview Apartments priced from $935. Carlton Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$935
Carlton SquareTownhome B2BR,1BA$950
Emerson1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$999
Bouldercrest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Windsor CourtCranbrook1BR,1BA$1,016
Highland Terrace CommunitiesHighland Terrace 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,029
Society 8653SA - Sigma3BR,2BA$1,029
Creek Ridge ApartmentsCardinal1BR,1BA$1,050
West Hills Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,055

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, TN

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside 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 Westside apartment is the 4 Bedroom Home Model at Windermere Trails / TN Hardin Valley, LLC starting at $2,795 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the West Knoxville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Knox Ridge4 Bedroom Townhouse4BR,4BA$0.31
Windermere Trails / TN Hardin Valley, LLC4 Bedroom Home4BR,2.5BA$1.28
Redpoint Knoxville3 Bedroom, 3 Bath3BR,3BA$0.72
Legacy PointeNeyland2BR,2BA$1.29
Country ClubF-Two Bdrm/Two Bath-New Construction2BR,2BA$1.22
Union KnoxvilleD64BR,4BA$1.17
Ivy at West HillsJasmine2BR,1.5BA$1.17
The Peaks of Knoxville Apartments3x2-60%3BR,2BA$1.19
Summercrest Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.21
Carlton SquareTownhome B2BR,1BA$1.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westside, Knoxville, TN

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Knoxville, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Westside, Knoxville, and the greater Knoxville area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Westside Neighborhood in Knoxville, TN

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

15 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Westside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westside is under $1,055.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?

The cheapest apartment in Westside is Oakview Apartments which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Westside costs $2,114.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westside?

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 120 regular apartments in Westside 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 Westside?

Cheap apartments in Westside have an average cost of $509 which is $1,605 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westside.

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.

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An Expert Local Guide to Top Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Knoxville, TN

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