Monarch 815
1109 University Pky,
Johnson City, TN 37604
$615 - $799 | 2-4 Beds
East Tennessee State University enjoys a scenic location in the northeast corner of Tennessee, just outside Cherokee National Forest. Honoring the great history and traditions of the region, ETSU’s academic opportunities include programs in Appalachian Studies and Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music, as well as the nation’s only master’s degree in Storytelling.
The city center lies just a few blocks northeast of campus, and local bars and restaurants like Tipton Street Pub, Johnson City Brewing Company, and Southern Craft Barbecue are popular hangouts for students and non-students alike. Living near ETSU puts you within minutes of the region’s sprawling hills and forests and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, opening up endless possibilities for camping trips, hikes, and other weekend excursions.
The rental options near campus tend to be very affordable, making it easy to find a budget-friendly apartment, condo, or house within walking distance of the major university buildings.
As of May 2025, the average apartment rent in Johnson City, TN is $623 for a studio, $1,001 for one bedroom, $1,195 for two bedrooms, and $1,699 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Johnson City has increased by 3.2% in the past year.
Studio
202 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$623/month
Average Rent
1 BR
660 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,001/month
Average Rent
2 BR
975 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,195/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,321 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,699/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.