The Hudson
6168 Foxboro Dr,
Chattanooga, TN 37421
1-3 Beds | $1,573 - $2,521
Rental Market Trends in Chattanooga, TN
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Chattanooga, TN is $1,261/month.
Rent in Chattanooga is 24% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,261/month
Average Rent
738 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.6%
Change / Year
2,126
Available Apartments
Chattanooga rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Chattanooga average $1,091 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Chattanooga average $1,261 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Chattanooga average $1,475 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Chattanooga average $1,808 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Chattanooga, TN?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $21 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Chattanooga, TN
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
17%
$700 - $1,000/month
57%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
20%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
4%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chattanooga?
Based on current rent prices, Brainerd, Riverview and Kings Point-Lake Vista are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chattanooga.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chattanooga?
Based on current rent prices, North Chattanooga-Hill City-UTC, Amnicola-East Chattanooga and Arts District are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chattanooga.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which Chattanooga neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Chattanooga with the most apartments available are Downtown Chattanooga, North Shore and Riverside .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chattanooga, TN?
Because the average rent in Chattanooga is $1,261, you’ll want to make about $4,203 per month or $50,436 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.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Chattanooga, TN is 12.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Chattanooga is 23.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,091 - $1,808. You can expect to pay 3.2% less for groceries, 11.3% less for utilities, and 11.4% less for transportation.
How does Chattanooga, TN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Chattanooga, 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.
View the Chattanooga Area GuideStudio
$1,083/month
$1,228/month
One Bedroom
$911/month
$1,673/month
Two Bedroom
$1,203/month
$1,942/month
Three Bedroom
$1,791/month
$1,341/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Chattanooga?
The average rent in Chattanooga is $1,261 per month, which is 24.3% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Chattanooga?
The average rent for a house in Chattanooga, TN is $1,884 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Chattanooga?
The average rent for a townhome in Chattanooga, TN is $1,379 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Chattanooga?
The average rent for a condo in Chattanooga, TN is $1,018 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Chattanooga?
Rents in Chattanooga, TN are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $21 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Chattanooga?
In Chattanooga, TN, 57% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.