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Highlights

  • Spacious apartments
  • Ceiling fans
  • Tile backsplash
  • Updated interiors
  • Washer/dryer connections
  • Brushed nickel finishes

Location

2300 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912, USA
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Management

ISM Management

Leasing office

(844) 334-2722 ext. 1348

Open 

Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Willow Creek Apartments receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, highlighting its appeal for renters. The property excels in location and amenities, achieving impressive ratings of 9 and 10 respectively, offering excellent value and convenience. Notable features such as spacious layouts, updated interiors, and fixtures, along with a reliable trustworthiness rating of 7, further enhance its attractiveness for prospective residents.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Willow Creek Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Creek Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2x12 bed1 bath$1,160 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Willow Creek Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Energy Efficient Dual Pane WindowsHardwood Floor
Modern FinishesRenovated Interiors
Tile BacksplashTrash Included
Washer/Dryer Connections in Every Apartment

Appliances

Built-in MicrowaveDishwasher
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Fitness Center

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Picnic Tables & Grills

Services

On-Site MaintenanceProfessional Onsite Staff
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

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About Willow Creek Apartments

HomeApartments in Knoxville Willow Creek Apartments

Located in a park like setting among mature trees, Willow Creek is the perfect place to call home. Our community offers 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments with updated interiors in a very convenient Northwest location! Every apartment has washer/dryer connections, plank flooring, ceiling fans, tile backsplash, and brushed nickel finishes. We are very convenient to Interstate, Downtown, Shopping and The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Stop by today and see pictures and floor plans of our spacious apartments. MANAGED BY: ISM Management Find us on Google. IT490318 - IT49is841


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Willow Creek Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Willow Creek Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Willow Creek Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Willow Creek Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Willow Creek Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Willow Creek Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Willow Creek Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Willow Creek Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Willow Creek Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 460 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Knoxville

2-bedroom apartments at Willow Creek Apartments cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Knoxville.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Knoxville
A table of studio rental data trends in Knoxville
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,050
April 2024$987
May 2024$1,065
June 2024$1,082
July 2024$1,177
August 2024$1,179
September 2024$972
October 2024$1,080
November 2024$978
December 2024$1,030
January 2025$1,022
February 2025$961
March 2025$988
April 2025$981
May 2025$988
June 2025$982
July 2025$1,062
August 2025$981
September 2025$1,092
October 2025$1,184
November 2025$1,119
December 2025$975
January 2026$975
February 2026$978
March 2026$975

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$46,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,160.
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Schools near Willow Creek Apartments

Norwood Elementary School

1909 merchant dr

knoxville, TN, 37912

PK, K-5Public
C+

Ft. Sanders Education Development Center

501 s twenty-first st

knoxville, TN, 37916

PKPublic

Knox Adaptive Education Center

5719 kingston pike

knoxville, TN, 37919

PK, K-12Public

Fair Garden Family Community Center

400 fern st

knoxville, TN, 37914

PKPublic

Tennessee Elementary School for the Deaf

2725 island home blvd

knoxville, TN, 37920

PK, K-6Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Knoxville near 2300 Merchant Dr

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2300 Merchant Dr, Knoxville

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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