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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cookeville, TN

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  7. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $775

    41 E 4th St

    41 E 4th St, Cookeville, TN 38501
  12. Building Photo - Eagle Village
    STUDIO
    $800+
    1 BED
    $975+
    2 BEDS
    $1,450+

    Eagle Village

    245 E 13th St, Cookeville, TN 38501
  26. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $995

    51 W 4th St

    51 W 4th St, Cookeville, TN 38501
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Cookeville at a Glance

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Cookeville, TN Apartments for Rent

Cookeville serves as the county seat of Putnam County and is home to Tennessee Technological University, creating a college-town atmosphere in the heart of Tennessee's Upper Cumberland region. With a population of approximately 35,000, this growing city has been recognized as one of the fastest-gaining micropolitan areas in the country. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Cookeville, you'll discover plenty of options, with one-bedroom units averaging around $864 per month and two-bedroom apartments typically renting for approximately $1,178 monthly—making it quite affordable compared to many Tennessee cities.

Renting in Cookeville means you'll have convenient access to both outdoor recreation and cultural amenities. The city provides easy access to natural attractions like Burgess Falls State Park and Cummins Falls State Park, while downtown features the historic Cookeville Depot Museum and locally-owned shops. Apartment communities are spread throughout the city, offering proximity to Tennessee Tech's campus, Dogwood Park's walking trails and performance pavilion, plus numerous dining and shopping options. With Interstate 40 running through the area, Cookeville provides straightforward highway access to Nashville, Knoxville, and other regional destinations—perfect if you value both small-city living and regional connectivity.

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Somewhat Bikeable

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