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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Murfreesboro, TN

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  21. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    2 BEDS
    $920+
    3 BEDS
    $805+
    4 BEDS
    $795+

    Cobalt Row

    1955 Old Castle Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37127
    (629) 201-7372
  26. Building Photo - Alder Terrace
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    1 BED
    $1,189

    Alder Terrace

    2426 E Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  29. Exceptional Value
    2 BEDS
    $1,150

    816 Greenland Dr

    816 Greenland Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  35. Building Photo - 216 4th Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,100

    216 4th Ave

    216 4th Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
  41. Building Photo - The Southern
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $1,049

    The Southern

    1751 Lascassas Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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$1,325
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Murfreesboro, TN Apartments for Rent

Murfreesboro served as Tennessee's state capital from 1818 to 1826 and remains the geographic center of the state today. Located just 34 miles southeast of Nashville, this historic city is home to Middle Tennessee State University and has become one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Those looking for apartments for rent in Murfreesboro will find plenty of options, from modern apartment communities near the university to properties in the historic downtown district surrounding the antebellum courthouse.

Renting in Murfreesboro offers convenient access to both local attractions and the broader Nashville metropolitan area. The city features 12 miles of paved trails along the Stones River Greenway and over 430 acres of parkland at Barfield Crescent Park. Shoppers can explore the historic downtown square's local merchants or visit The Avenue Murfreesboro for retail and dining. With major highways providing easy access throughout the city, commuters can reach Nashville International Airport and downtown Nashville within 40 minutes. The local economy is supported by manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and the university, creating a stable environment for renters seeking affordable living near Tennessee's capital region.

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Blackman High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,194 Students
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Oakland High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,980 Students
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Siegel High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,861 Students
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Siegel Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,185 Students
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Whitworth-Buchanan Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
755 Students
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Blackman Middle School

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Grades 6-8
1,625 Students
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Oakland Middle School

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Grades 6-8
1,103 Students
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Buchanan Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
475 Students

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