Last updated August 24, 2026
Average Rent in Tennessee (2026)
Average rent across Tennessee is $1,903/mo as of August 2026, based on 3,781 units tracked daily across 18 cities and 220 apartment communities. Rents are down $11 (0.6%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $700 to $10,121.
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Tennessee Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $2,268 | -$66 | 1,658 | $917 |
| Spring Hill | $1,653 | +$36 | 339 | $1,209 |
| Franklin | $2,124 | -$39 | 302 | $1,450 |
| Smyrna | $1,735 | +$135 | 253 | $1,127 |
| Memphis | $1,440 | -$229 | 179 | $890 |
| Kingsport | $1,319 | +$107 | 156 | $800 |
| Murfreesboro | $1,630 | +$195 | 154 | $1,049 |
| Cordova | $1,305 | -$7 | 127 | $858 |
| Knoxville | $1,391 | +$367 | 105 | $879 |
| Johnson City | $1,478 | +$216 | 91 | $899 |
| Chattanooga | $1,671 | -$208 | 89 | $909 |
| Hendersonville | $1,649 | -$144 | 72 | $1,150 |
| Bartlett | $1,336 | +$143 | 70 | $700 |
| Clarksville | $1,091 | -$2 | 57 | $920 |
| Thompson S Station | $1,824 | +$39 | 49 | $1,365 |
| Columbia | $1,669 | +$6 | 42 | $1,284 |
| Jackson | $1,387 | +$111 | 35 | $999 |
| East Ridge | $1,475 | -- | 3 | $1,400 |
Which Tennessee Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Tennessee cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 15 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Tennessee
Across the 49 Tennessee buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $21M per month ($258M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.McEwen Northside Apartments | Franklin, TN | $1.8M/mo | 90% | 768 |
| 2.MAA Dexter Lake | Cordova, TN | $935K/mo | 92% | 736 |
| 3.Modera Riverview | Nashville, TN | $929K/mo | 92% | 400 |
| 4.The Burnham | Nashville, TN | $891K/mo | 90% | 328 |
| 5.Alcove | Nashville, TN | $845K/mo | 87% | 356 |
| 6.Residences at Capitol View | Nashville, TN | $828K/mo | 89% | 378 |
| 7.The Place at Fifth + Broadway | Nashville, TN | $808K/mo | 91% | 381 |
| 8.Chelsea Place Apartment Homes | Murfreesboro, TN | $771K/mo | 93% | 607 |
| 9.MAA Cool Springs | Franklin, TN | $750K/mo | 91% | 428 |
| 10.Modera Germantown | Nashville, TN | $731K/mo | 94% | 400 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Tennessee broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,661 | $879 | $3,320 | 428 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,795 | $700 | $3,410 | 1,675 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,075 | $869 | $8,076 | 1,344 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,101 | $1,077 | $10,121 | 319 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Tennessee Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Tennessee apartments.
Explore Tennessee apartments on the map
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What is the average rent in Tennessee?
The average rent in Tennessee is $1,903 per month as of August 2026, based on 3,781 units tracked across 18 cities.
Which Tennessee city has the cheapest rent?
Clarksville has the lowest average rent in Tennessee at $1,091 per month, with units starting from $920.
Are rents going up or down in Tennessee?
Rents in Tennessee have decreased by $11 (0.6%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Tennessee?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Tennessee is $1,795 per month, with 1,675 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Tennessee?
Nashville is the most expensive city in Tennessee with an average rent of $2,268 per month.
How many apartments are available in Tennessee?
We track 3,781 individual units across 220 apartment communities in 18 Tennessee cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Tennessee?
The average studio apartment rent in Tennessee is $1,661 per month.
How often are Tennessee rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Tennessee rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.