Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nashville, TN from $500 (619 Rentals)

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Nashville, TN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Nashville, TN

Pricing Updated: 12/31/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Nashville, TN area range in price from $550 to $24,479 with an overall median price of $4,571. The three Nashville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Parkwood Estates at $990, Haynes Park at $1,336, and Troppard Heights at $1,336. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Nashville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Parkwood Estates$1,320$9904
Haynes Park$1,336$1,3361
Troppard Heights$1,336$1,3361
Hickory Bend$1,542$62012
Villages of Larchwood$1,542$62012
Antioch Park$1,601$89964
Una$1,709$994159
Maxwell Place$1,712$91618
Priest Lake Park$1,712$99923
Piccadilly Square$1,715$875389

Cheapest Available Nashville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nashville, TN is a Studio unit found at Whispering Oaks in the Glencliff neighborhood priced from $794. Mandolin Terrace in the Glencliff neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $843. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nashville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whispering OaksBlack OakStudio,1BA$794
Mandolin TerraceStudio1BR,1BA$843
West End LivingPortland Ave StudioStudio,1BA$849
Union on ThompsonESR1BR,1BA$850
Manning Place1BR1BR,1BA$850
Residences at Glenview Reserve Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$876
Gibson Creek Apartments1X11BR,1BA$895
Lofts at HillsonOxfordStudio,1BA$899
Sohana ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Bell Hollow at Century Farms1 BEDROOM 1 BATH1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nashville, TN

As of December 31, 2024 the best value apartment in the Nashville area is the $0.72 price per square foot 3520 Park Ave Model at 3520 Park Ave, Unit Master in the in the Centennial neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Nashville apartment is the 4bed Model at Village Row - Furnished Apartments starting at $1,955 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Green Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nashville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3520 Park Ave, Unit Master3520 Park Ave1BR,1BA$0.72
Village Row - Furnished Apartments4bed4BR,2.5BA$0.87
1341 Pennock Ave, Unit B1341 Pennock Ave3BR,1BA$0.92
Thrive at City HeightsF1BR,1BA$0.83
Boulevard House1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.06
East River Place2BR2BR,2BA$1.00
Mosley on 6th3BR3BR,2BA$0.98
Park West at Hillwood2x1.5 CT2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Hermitage Manor and Autumn Woods TerraceHermitage Manor / Autumn Woods2BR,2BA$0.95
Manning Place1BR1BR,1BA$0.97

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Nashville Overview

Known affectionately as 'Music City USA', Nashville is both the largest city in Tennessee as well as its state capitol. Bordering the Cumberland River and with almost two million residents calling the city home, Nashville is a southern destination on the rise. With a wide variety of cheap apartments in Nashville as well as nearby rental homes, condos, and townhomes available to residents, you can't lose when moving here.

Why live in Nashville, TN?

Combining nightlife excitement, a huge array of museums and other cultural hot-spots, plentiful schools and a rising economic base, Nashville is a popular draw for numerous good reasons - especially appetizing are the wonderful options for apartments in Nashville. Foodies flock to the city, eager to sample the world-famous BBQ, hot chicken and fish dishes, while the city's foothold on the medical industry makes it an ideal home for many recent graduating students in the field.

Nashville, TN
Population: 669,053

Ranked #24

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Nashville, TN

Ranked #1

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Nashville, TN

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Nashville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nashville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nashville is at Whispering Oaks listed at $794.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nashville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nashville Apartment is $843 at Mandolin Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nashville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nashville is starting from $848 at Whispering Oaks.

What is the most affordable Nashville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nashville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Whispering Oaks and starts from $1,165.

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