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Apartments under $1,400 for Rent in Knoxville, TN

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  6. Rent Special
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    4 BEDS
    $1,399+
    5 BEDS
    $1,399+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,399 - $3,134
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,399 - $3,134

    EVER Knoxville

    1919 Lake Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916
    (865) 409-1885
  8. $100 Off
    Price Drop. $100 Off
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    2 BEDS
    $1,249+
    3 BEDS
    $1,299+
    4 BEDS
    $899+

    The Davy

    222 E Blount Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920
    (865) 658-1027
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    STUDIO
    $1,099+
    1 BED
    $1,099+
    2 BEDS
    $1,199+

    Emerson

    501 Longview Rd, Knoxville, TN 37919
    (855) 503-1380
  20. $170 Off
    Price Drop. $170 Off
    4 BEDS
    $1,274+
    5 BEDS
    $1,339+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,274 - $1,495
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,274 - $1,495

    Union Knoxville

    2136 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916
    (865) 518-4881
  42. Exceptional Value
    2 BEDS
    $1,103+
    3 BEDS
    $847+
    4 BEDS
    $838+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$830 - $1,275
    Required Monthly Fees$8
    Total Monthly Price$838 - $1,283

    Quarry Trail

    3999 Highland Crest Way, Knoxville, TN 37920
    (865) 324-0350
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Living & Renting in Knoxville

Knoxville at a Glance

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Knoxville, TN Apartments for Rent

Knoxville sprawls along the Tennessee River within the Appalachian Mountains and serves as home to the flagship campus of the University of Tennessee, making it a college town with Southern charm. Those searching for apartments for rent in Knoxville will discover a rental market influenced by the student population, with budget-friendly options throughout the city averaging around $1,315 for one-bedroom apartments and studios starting at $1,097.

Renting in Knoxville appeals to budget-conscious renters thanks to affordable housing costs combined with access to urban conveniences and outdoor recreation. Popular neighborhoods include downtown areas near Market Square featuring lofts and apartment communities within walking distance of restaurants and live music venues, while Sequoyah Hills offers tree-lined streets with riverfront access. The city provides easy access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park just 45 minutes away, plus local attractions including riverside greenways and the historic Sunsphere. Transportation proves convenient with major routes connecting to shopping destinations such as West Town Mall and Turkey Creek, while the university campus brings cultural venues, sporting events, and a lively nightlife scene along Cumberland Avenue.

Why Knoxville?

  • Established in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the oldest universities in the US.
  • The city earned its nickname, “The Marble City,” in the early 1900s, when it was a major marble distributor.
  • The Knoxville Museum of Art houses a permanent collection as well as many special exhibitions.
  • Lakes near Knoxville include Melton Hill, Norris, Watts Barr, Cherokee, Tellico, and Douglas.
  • The Knoxville Zoo is one of the world’s top zoos for successfully breeding endangered red pandas.
  • World’s Fair Park features the Sunsphere, an amphitheater, and water features, grounds, and walks.

Renting in Knoxville

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Education

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L & N Stem Academy

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
569 Students
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Bearden High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,997 Students
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Farragut High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,096 Students
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West High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,478 Students
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Cte School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
293 Students
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Farragut Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,328 Students
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West Valley Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,132 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Hardin Valley Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
976 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Bearden Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,187 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Karns Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
950 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Farragut Intermediate

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
1,110 Students

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