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Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Knoxville, TN under $1200. 40 Rentals Available
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    1319 Highland Ave., Knoxville, TN 37916
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    721 Walker Springs Road, Knoxville, TN 37923
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    1712-1738 W Clinch Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37916
    1 BED $1,200
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    112 S 17Th St SW, Knoxville, TN 37916
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    2 BEDS $880
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    190 Derby Run Drive, Farragut, TN 37934
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  • 5700 Pleasant Ridge Rd. 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    5700 Pleasant Ridge Rd., Knoxville, TN 37912
    1 BED $1,050
    2 BEDS $1,175
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    614 Cedar Lane #2, Knoxville, TN 37912
    STUDIO $1,025+
    1 BED $1,160+
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    6313 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912
    STUDIO $1,059
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator and a sink
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    612 Gertrude Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37920
    STUDIO $975
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    North Hills Apartments, Knoxville, TN 37917
    1 BED $950
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    Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,100
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    915 Graves St., Knoxville, TN 37915
    2 BEDS $1,075
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    302 Nash Road, Knoxville, TN 37914
    3 BEDS $950
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    1700 Wilder Place, Knoxville, TN 37915
    4 BEDS $1,000
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    1631 Laurel Ave., Knoxville, TN 37916
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  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink and a window
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    2317 Barker Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915
    2 BEDS $675
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    8324 Gleason Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919
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    1609 Lombard Pl., Knoxville, TN 37915
    2 BEDS $655
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    3431 Skyline Dr., Knoxville, TN 37914
    2 BEDS $1,200
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    515 South Harrison, Knoxville, TN 37915
    2 BEDS $640
  • a living room and dining room with a couch and a table
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    290 Quaker Way, Knoxville, TN 37920
    2 BEDS $890+
    3 BEDS $1,025+
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    6331 Pleasant Ridge Road, Knoxville, TN 37921-1194
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    820 Red Hill Drive, Louisville, TN 37777
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    7343 Lawgiver Circle, Corryton, TN 37721
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    1625 7Th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387
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Getting around in Knoxville, TN

25 /100
Car-Dependent
24 /100
Minimal Transit
23 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 25, Transit Score®: 24, Bike Score®: 23

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Knoxville, TN last updated?

Prices and availability in Knoxville, TN were last updated on 26 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Knoxville, TN?

The best apartments in Knoxville, TN are: Greenbrier Ridge Apartments, Raintree Apartments, Kingston Pointe Apartments, Highland Terrace Communities and Walker Springs Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Knoxville, TN?

In Knoxville 53% of the housing is rented out compared to 47% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of Knoxville's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 60% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 25% are single-family rentals.

Your search for apartments in Knoxville, TN under $1,200 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in Knoxville, TN for less than $1,200 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 40 available units in Knoxville, TN, renting for under $1,200. On average, $1,180 can get you 915 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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