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  15. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,195
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,195
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,195

    1233 E Center St Unit APT B

    1233 E Center St, Kingsport, TN 37660
  16. Building Photo - Bloomingdale Terrace
    Good Value
    1 BED
    $850+
    2 BEDS
    $975+
    3 BEDS
    $1,500+

    Bloomingdale Terrace

    124 Bloomingdale Pike, Kingsport, TN 37660
  20. Building Photo - 216 Colonial Heights Rd
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $875
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$875

    216 Colonial Heights Rd Unit #1

    216 Colonial Heights Rd, Kingsport, TN 37663
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Kingsport, TN Apartments for Rent

Kingsport traces its name back to King's Boat Yard, once the head of navigation for the Tennessee Valley along the Holston River in northeastern Tennessee. Those searching for apartments for rent in Kingsport will discover a city that balances affordable living with easy access to outdoor recreation and a historic downtown. With average rents around $994 for a one-bedroom apartment and $1,209 for a two-bedroom, Kingsport delivers housing options well below the state average, making it a smart choice for renters seeking value in the Tri-Cities region.

Renting in Kingsport means quick access to both Interstate 81 and Interstate 26, providing straightforward commutes to Johnson City, Bristol, and other regional employment centers. The city's historic downtown district features local shops, restaurants, and regular events, while Bays Mountain Park offers 3,550 acres of trails, a planetarium, and outdoor activities just minutes from apartment communities throughout the city. Renters can choose from various housing styles, with options ranging from downtown locations near the Antique District to quieter settings near the surrounding mountains and river, all while enjoying the area's lower cost of living and access to the broader Tri-Cities metropolitan area.

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Dobyns - Bennett High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,514 Students
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Sullivan South High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
711 Students
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Sullivan North High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
433 Students
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Robinson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
955 Students
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Sevier Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
750 Students
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Sullivan Heights Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
692 Students
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Colonial Heights Middle

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Grades 6-8
327 Students
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North Middle School

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Grades 6-8
270 Students
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John Adams Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
453 Students

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