Last updated October 14, 2026
Average Rent in Tennessee (2026)
Average rent across Tennessee is $1,929/mo as of October 2026, based on 5,242 units tracked daily across 18 cities and 261 apartment communities. Rents are down $56 (3.1%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $650 to $7,773.
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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 | $2,279 | -$50 | 2,260 | $922 |
| Franklin | $2,214 | +$130 | 632 | $1,345 |
| Spring Hill | $1,647 | +$6 | 550 | $1,123 |
| Smyrna | $1,743 | +$100 | 322 | $1,155 |
| Memphis | $1,325 | -$349 | 237 | $650 |
| Murfreesboro | $1,556 | -$189 | 202 | $1,049 |
| Kingsport | $1,307 | +$12 | 159 | $750 |
| Johnson City | $1,483 | +$29 | 154 | $813 |
| Knoxville | $1,388 | +$252 | 134 | $750 |
| Cordova | $1,283 | -$18 | 121 | $858 |
| Hendersonville | $1,504 | -$5 | 110 | $1,000 |
| Bartlett | $1,099 | +$133 | 86 | $700 |
| Chattanooga | $1,741 | +$48 | 78 | $949 |
| Thompson S Station | $1,890 | +$117 | 57 | $1,439 |
| Clarksville | $1,019 | -$153 | 56 | $920 |
| Columbia | $1,650 | +$46 | 47 | $1,329 |
| Jackson | $1,404 | -$181 | 34 | $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 65 Tennessee buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $27M per month ($330M 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 | $1.6M/mo | 89% | 768 |
| 2.Neuhoff Residences | Nashville, TN | $1.1M/mo | 93% | 543 |
| 3.MAA Dexter Lake | Cordova, TN | $959K/mo | 92% | 736 |
| 4.Modera Riverview | Nashville, TN | $921K/mo | 91% | 400 |
| 5.Modera Germantown | Nashville, TN | $867K/mo | 89% | 400 |
| 6.Alcove | Nashville, TN | $855K/mo | 90% | 356 |
| 7.The Burnham | Nashville, TN | $838K/mo | 87% | 328 |
| 8.Residences at Capitol View | Nashville, TN | $828K/mo | 89% | 378 |
| 9.The Place at Fifth + Broadway | Nashville, TN | $811K/mo | 90% | 381 |
| 10.LC Germantown | Nashville, TN | $788K/mo | 93% | 411 |
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 | $1,635 | $750 | $3,036 | 419 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,800 | $650 | $4,266 | 2,300 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,131 | $775 | $7,773 | 1,962 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,176 | $900 | $5,298 | 435 |
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 $1,929 per month as of October 2026, based on 5,242 units tracked across 18 cities.
Which Tennessee city has the cheapest rent?
Clarksville has the lowest average rent in Tennessee at $1,019 per month, with units starting from $920.
Are rents going up or down in Tennessee?
Rents in Tennessee have decreased by $56 (3.1%) 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 $1,800 per month, with 2,300 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Tennessee?
Nashville is the most expensive city in Tennessee with an average rent of $2,279 per month.
How many apartments are available in Tennessee?
We track 5,242 individual units across 261 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 $1,635 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.