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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Chattanooga, TN
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Chattanooga rent stands today
Chattanooga, TN rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,450/month. Month over month, rents increased 1.1%, showing a recent upward movement in the market.
Compared to national trends
Chattanooga sits 23.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 564 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Renters in Chattanooga can expect to pay around $1,171/month for 1-bedroom units, $1,303/month for 2-bedrooms, and up to $2,295/month for 4+ bedrooms. The 2-bedroom segment represents the largest share of inventory at 37.3%.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lookout Valley Lookout Mountain rents rose 97.4% year over year, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. This neighborhood shows a strong local increase compared to Chattanooga's overall market.
Median rent
Median rent in Chattanooga
$1,450/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Chattanooga is $1,450 per month as of October 2026. This is 24% below the national average rent, or $450 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Chattanooga
564
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Chattanooga rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Chattanooga, TN
Average rent prices in Chattanooga have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Chattanooga, TN
Rent prices in Chattanooga vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Chattanooga is $1,259, whereas a house costs $1,812. 1-bedroom apartments in Chattanooga run $1,198 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,280.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,215 |  1% | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,171 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,303 | 1% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,850 | No Change |  3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,295 | No Change | 6% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Brainerd | $1,200 | |
Bushtown Highland Park | $1,292 | |
Collegedale | $1,911 | |
Downtown Chattanooga | $1,450 | |
Friends Of Mountain Creek | $1,335 | |
Hickory Valley Hamilton Place | $1,795 | |
North Chattanooga Hill City Utc | $1,572 | |
Piney Woods | $1,202 | |
Ridgedale Oak Grove Clifton Hills | $1,497 | |
Woodmore Dalewood | $1,395 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,259 | No Change | 1% | |
Condos | $1,600 | 23% | 17% | |
Houses | $1,812 | 1% | 8% | |
Rooms | $857 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,215
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,171
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,303
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,850
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
Last year
6%
Downtown Chattanooga
Average rent
$1,450
Bushtown Highland Park
Average rent
$1,292
Ridgedale Oak Grove Clifton Hills
Average rent
$1,497
North Chattanooga Hill City Utc
Average rent
$1,572
Hickory Valley Hamilton Place
Average rent
$1,795
Brainerd
Average rent
$1,200
Woodmore Dalewood
Average rent
$1,395
Collegedale
Average rent
$1,911
Piney Woods
Average rent
$1,202
Friends Of Mountain Creek
Average rent
$1,335
Apartments
Average rent
$1,259
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
23%
Last year
17%
Houses
Average rent
$1,812
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$857
The table above reflects average rent prices in Chattanooga, TN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Chattanooga, TN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Chattanooga and Chickamauga by all bedroom counts and property types.
Chattanooga
24%lower than the national median
22%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Chattanooga, TN is 2% lower than the median rent in Chickamauga, GA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,475
3%$2,750
7%$1,324
4%$1,270
2%$1,300
$1,278
2%$1,575
5%$1,550
6%$1,125
15%$1,295
4%$1,716
27%$1,697
79%Cost of living in Chattanooga, TN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 8% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 13% lower |
| Housing | 25% lower |
| Transportation | 11% lower |
| Utilities | 10% lower |
Discover rentals in Chattanooga, TN
5d+ ago
4905 Central Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37410
2–3 beds
2 baths
$507–$1,716
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Glenwood - Eastdale townhouse for rent in Chattanooga
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Price dropped $100Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 19
5d+ ago
1308 Citico Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Piney Woods condo for rent in Chattanooga
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Jul 17
1d ago
144 - 240 South Crest Road, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Studio
1 bath
$7,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Chattanooga
503 Winston Lot 11 Road, Chattanooga, TN 37405
5 beds
4.5 baths
$7,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Chattanooga
232 Vantage Pt #1, Chattanooga, TN 37405
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
North Chattanooga - Hill City - UTC house for rent in Chattanooga
401 Druid Ln #1, Chattanooga, TN 37405
5 beds
5 baths
$4,750
Price dropped $1,200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 8
40m ago
Verified
621 Memorial Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,572
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
1401 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402
1 bed
1 bath
$1,171–$1,506
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
1717 White Oak Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37415
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$937–$1,274
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1521 Hickory Valley Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$855–$1,631
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
621 Memorial Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,572
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
1401 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402
1 bed
1 bath
$1,171–$1,506
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1521 Hickory Valley Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$855–$1,631
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
4827 Jersey Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37416
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,025–$1,450
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
621 Memorial Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,095–$1,572
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
1401 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402
1 bed
1 bath
$1,171–$1,383
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
40m ago
Verified
1717 White Oak Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37415
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$937–$1,274
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1521 Hickory Valley Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$855–$1,631
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Chattanooga, TN
Quick answers to common questions about the Chattanooga rental market.
How much is rent in Chattanooga?
The average rent in Chattanooga is $1,450 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Chattanooga?
Average rent prices in Chattanooga have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Chattanooga rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Chattanooga is 24% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $450 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Chattanooga?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Chattanooga are Brainerd ($1,200/mo), Piney Woods ($1,202/mo), and Bushtown Highland Park ($1,292/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Chattanooga?
To comfortably afford rent in Chattanooga, you'd need to earn approximately $58,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Chattanooga?
December is the best time to apartment hunt in Chattanooga, with rents running about 4.5% lower than March, which sees the highest prices and most competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).