Last updated on June 16, 2026

Average rent in
Clarksville, TN

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Clarksville rent stands today

    Clarksville, TN rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,395/month. Renters are paying $37 less per month on average than last year, reflecting a steady market after recent fluctuations.

  • Clarksville is 28.5% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, with 1,001 total rentals offering a moderate-sized market for renters seeking value in Tennessee.

  • Price ranges

    Studios rent for about $800/month, 1-bedrooms around $995/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,128/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,595/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,250/month. Houses have a median rent of $1,650/month compared to $1,075/month for apartments, showing distinct price tiers.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Ringgold rents rose 26.1% year over year to $1,415/month, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. Meanwhile, Cumberland Hills saw rents fall 34.7% to $1,045/month, showing divergent neighborhood dynamics within Clarksville.

Median rent

Median rent in Clarksville

$1,395/mo

Flat

vs previous year

The average rent in Clarksville is $1,395 per month as of June 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $555 less per month.

$1.06

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Clarksville

1,001

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Clarksville rentals at each price point

60%45%30%15%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Clarksville, TN

Average rent prices in Clarksville have remained the same 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 Clarksville, TN

Rent prices in Clarksville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Clarksville is $1,075, whereas a house costs $1,650. 1-bedroom apartments in Clarksville run $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.

Listings

Studio

$800

No Change

2%

1 bedroom

$995

1%

2%

2 bedroom

$1,128

1%

3%

3 bedroom

$1,595

1%

2%

4 bedroom

$2,250

1%

4%

Studio

Average rent

$800

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

2%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$995

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,128

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,595

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,250

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, TN compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Clarksville and Adams by all bedroom counts and property types.

Clarksville

Median rent price$1,395
decreased by28%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,375
decreased by29%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Clarksville, TN is 1% higher than the median rent in Adams, TN.

Cost of living in Clarksville, 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 & Services1% lower
GroceriesNo difference
Health8% lower
Housing23% lower
Transportation5% lower
Utilities6% higher

Discover rentals in Clarksville, TN

MAIN608 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8

Very good

MAIN608

608 Main St, Clarksville, TN 37040

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$735–$1,295

Apartment for rent

706 Peachers Dr #B - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

New Providence apartment for rent in Clarksville

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 29

Lou Ann Mobile Home Park - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8

Very good

Lou Ann Mobile Home Park

Lou Ann Ln, Clarksville, TN 37042

2 beds

2 baths

$750

Apartment for rent

157 Goodlett Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Clarksville

House for rent

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Frequently asked questions for Clarksville, TN

Quick answers to common questions about the Clarksville rental market.

How much is rent in Clarksville?

The average rent in Clarksville is $1,395 per month as of June 13, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Clarksville?

Average rent prices in Clarksville have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

How does Clarksville rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Clarksville is 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $555 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Clarksville?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Clarksville are New Providence ($929/mo), Cumberland Hills ($1,045/mo), and Downtown Clarksville ($1,095/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Clarksville?

To comfortably afford rent in Clarksville, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Clarksville?

Clarksville's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,000 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $1,100 per month. These figures reflect the current market conditions with 1-bedroom rents remaining relatively stable compared to the previous year.

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).

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