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Apartments for Rent in Chattanooga, TN under $1200
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    a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan at The Shallowford, Chattanooga, Tennessee a dining room with a large window and a table
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    7510 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    3 Units available
    1 BED $1,192+
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    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 16, 2023

    We have lived here for 2 years now and have really enjoyed living in this community!

    5/5 krishna t. on Mar 27, 2022

    It's been 3+ years I'm staying at Shallowford. Friendly staff and excellent maintenance people. Had no issues so far. The gym place is pretty neat. Also, this place is at a walkable distance to YMCA.

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    3725 Fountain Avenue, East Ridge, TN 37412
    1 BED $1,000+
    2 BEDS $1,095+
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    6574 E. Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    STUDIO $848+
    1 BED $1,188+
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    3400 Jenkins Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421
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    7255 Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    1 BED $1,141+
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    7510 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    1 BED $1,192+
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    4053 Priceless View, Chattanooga, TN 37415
    2 BEDS $1,199+
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    1185 Mountain Creek Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37405
    1 BED $1,125+
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    5873 Lake Resort Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37415
    1 BED $1,119+
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    700 Mansion Cir., Chattanooga, TN 37405
    2 BEDS $1,000+
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    7310 Standifer Gap Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    1 BED $1,113+
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    4025 Oakwood Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37416
    1 BED $917+
    2 BEDS $1,171+
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    4715 Bonny Oaks Dr., Chattanooga, TN 37416
    1 BED $1,133+
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    5750 Lake Resort Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37415
    1 BED $1,085+
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    1701 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408, Chattanooga, TN 37408
    1 BED $1,133+
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    721 Broad Street, Suite 305, Chattanooga, TN 37402
    STUDIO $1,016+
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    4295 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    STUDIO $775
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    900 Mountain Creek Road, Chattanooga, TN 37405
    1 BED $925+
    2 BEDS $950
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    7710 E Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    1 BED $1,198+
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    3903 Volunteer Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37416
    STUDIO $1,000
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    4295 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    STUDIO $550
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    7405 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
    STUDIO $450+
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    2300 Wilson Street, Chattanooga, TN 37406
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    3401 Campbell Street, Chattanooga, TN 37406
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    950 Park Lake Rd, Rossville, GA 30741
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    1 BED $860
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Getting around in Chattanooga, TN

36 /100
Car-Dependent
28 /100
Some Transit
62 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 36, Transit Score®: 28, Bike Score®: 62

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Chattanooga, TN were last updated on 13 Feb 2025.

What are the best apartments in Chattanooga, TN?

The best apartments in Chattanooga, TN are: The Shallowford, Parc 1346, District at Riverside Apartments, Cottages at Thrasher and Amberleigh Ridge.

What type of rental buildings are in Chattanooga, TN?

In Chattanooga, 47% of the residents are renting compared to 53% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 13% of Chattanooga’s rentals, 58% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 27% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Chattanooga, TN under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Chattanooga, TN, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Chattanooga, TN. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Chattanooga, TN for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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