Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Nashville Neighborhood of Nashville, TN from $500 (43 Rentals)

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Barrett Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Barrett Manor

510 Summer PlNashville, TN 37206
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802 S 6th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

802 S 6th St

802 S 6th StNashville, TN 37206
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Fallbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fallbrook Apartments

345 Dellway Villa RdNashville, TN 37207
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Village Place
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Village Place

110 Oak Valley DrNashville, TN 37207
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East River Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

East River Place

704 Ramsey StNashville, TN 37206
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The Canvas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Canvas

1120 Litton AveNashville, TN 37216
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Studio 79
Studio Apartments

Studio 79

3810 Gallatin PikeNashville, TN 37216
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Oakwood Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Flats

2071 Oakwood AveNashville, TN 37207
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Ascent
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent

2947 Brick Church PikeNashville, TN 37207
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160 2nd Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

160 2nd Ave

160 2nd AveNashville, TN 37201
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The Eastland
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Eastland

1035 W Eastland AveNashville, TN 37206

East Nashville, Nashville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Nashville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Nashville area of Nashville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Shelby House 1 priced from $526. The Wilder has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East Nashville apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shelby House 1The Tucker1BR,1BA$526
The WilderThe Nook at The WilderStudio,1BA$900
Trinity LoftTrinity Lofts - StudioStudio,1BA$995
Sohana ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$999
120 OakleyThe Ewing1BR,1BA$1,025
The CanvasRembrandt1BR,1BA$1,099
Studio 79InglewoodStudio,1BA$1,099
Mosley on 6th3BR3BR,2BA$1,200
Roberts Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,250
Manning Place1BR1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Nashville, TN

As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Nashville area is the $1.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom-3-A Type B-50-PBV Model at Oakwood Flats in the in the East Nashville neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Nashville apartment is the The Cash Model at Shelby House 1 starting at $1,629 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the East Nashville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Nashville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oakwood Flats3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom-3-A Type B-50-PBV3BR,2BA$1.48
Shelby House 1The Cash2BR,2BA$1.32
Mosley on 6th3BR3BR,2BA$0.98
Red Oak Flats2BR2BR,2BA$1.52
Manning Place1BR1BR,1BA$1.43
Highland EastA11BR,1BA$1.34
Roberts Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.54
Lenore Garden3 Bed 1 Bath Middle3BR,1BA$1.64
120 OakleyThe Ewing1BR,1BA$1.37
Ascent East1A-UP-XX-P1BR,1BA$1.73

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Tennessee including East Nashville, Nashville, and the greater Nashville area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the East Nashville Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Nashville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Nashville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Nashville is at The Wilder listed at $900.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Nashville Apartment is $526 at Shelby House 1.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Nashville is starting from $1,250 at Roberts Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Nashville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Nashville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mosley on 6th and starts from $1,200.

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