• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Rent Calculator
English

Language

English Español
Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Bluff City, TN

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Bluff City, TN is $707/month.

Rent in Bluff City is 58% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$707/month

Average Rent

750 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2%

Change / Year

3

Available Apartments

Bluff City rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bluff City average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bluff City average $707 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bluff City average $1,087 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bluff City average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$707/month
750 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,087/month
1,094 Sq Ft
View Bluff City Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Bluff City, TN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $14 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bluff City, TN

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bluff City, TN
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
50% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bluff City, TN?

Because the average rent in Bluff City is $707, you’ll want to make about $2,356 per month or $28,272 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Bluff City, TN

3 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

How does Bluff City, TN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Bluff City, TN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Piney Flats

    Piney Flats

    Avg Rent: $1,009/month

  • Bristol

    Bristol

    Avg Rent: $952/month

  • Elizabethton

    Elizabethton

    Avg Rent: $751/month

  • Johnson City

    Johnson City

    Avg Rent: $1,034/month

  • Gray

    Gray

    Avg Rent: $1,137/month

Apartment Communities in Bluff City We Think You'll Love

4336 Bluff City Hwy

4336 Bluff City Hwy

4336 Bluff City Hwy,
Bluff City, TN 37618

2 Beds | $1,550

137 May Apple Rd

137 May Apple Rd

137 May Apple Rd,
Bluff City, TN 37618

3 Beds | $2,300

402 Kings Rd

402 Kings Rd

402 Kings Rd,
Piney Flats, TN 37686

3 Beds | $2,300

The Hub at Mountcastle

The Hub at Mountcastle

207 E Mountcastle Dr,
Johnson City, TN 37601

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,139 - $1,549

Rental Management, Simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Manage Your Rentals

Guides for Managing Your Rental

Online Lease Agreements: A Simple Process for Rental Managers

Send leases online and get signatures sooner.

A Landlord’s Guide to Rental Property Accounting

Simplify bookkeeping and keep deductions organized.

Tenant Screening: How to Screen Applicants on Apartments.com

Screen tenants fast with credit and eviction checks.

Should I Increase Rent Every Year?

Raise rent when it makes sense.

Explore Rental Manager Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bluff City?

The average rent in Bluff City is $707 per month, which is 57.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Bluff City?

Rents in Bluff City, TN are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $14 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Bluff City?

In Bluff City, TN, 50% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Tennessee Bluff City Rental Trends

Methodology

† 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.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity