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Last updated on September 14, 2026
Average rent in
Cookeville, TN
Average rent in
Last updated on September 14, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Cookeville rent stands today
Cookeville, TN rent slipped modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,278/month. This is $83 less per month than last year, while month-to-month rent is unchanged as of September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Cookeville is 32.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a more accessible market for renters seeking value in Tennessee.
Price ranges
In Cookeville, median rents range from $800/month for 1-bedroom units to $2,100/month for 4+ bedroom units. Studios rent at $975/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,148/month, and 3-bedrooms at $1,650/month. The bedroom tiers reflect the variety of rental options available.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment in Cookeville rose by 23.6% year over year, diverging from the citywide decline. This increase shows a distinct trend in larger-unit rentals compared to the overall market.
Median rent
Median rent in Cookeville
$1,277/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Cookeville is $1,277 per month as of September 2026. This is 33% below the national average rent, or $622 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cookeville
100
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cookeville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cookeville, TN
Average rent prices in Cookeville have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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
Cookeville, TN
Rent prices in Cookeville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cookeville is $1,115, whereas a house costs $1,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Cookeville run $800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $975 | 59% | - | |
1 bedroom | $800 |  6% | 17% | |
2 bedroom | $1,147 | 1% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,650 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 4% | 21% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Cookeville, TN.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,115 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,662 | 1% | - | |
Houses | $1,800 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$975
Last 30 days
59%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
17%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,147
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
21%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Cookeville, TN.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,115
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,662
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Cookeville, 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 Cookeville, TN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Cookeville and Athens by all bedroom counts and property types.
Cookeville
33%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cookeville, TN is 2% higher than the median rent in Athens, TN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,249
6%$1,050
25%$1,735
1%$1,699
2%$1,525
4%$800
6%$2,190
8%$1,850
2%$1,312
2%$1,200
14%$1,900
1%$1,195
4%Cost of living in Cookeville, 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 | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 23% lower |
| Housing | 24% lower |
| Transportation | 12% lower |
| Utilities | 17% lower |
Discover rentals in Cookeville, TN
12h ago
Apartment for rent in Cookeville
3100 Dodson Branch Rd, Cookeville, TN 38501
1–2 beds
1 bath
$760–$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
611 S Willow Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
10h ago
74 E Stevens St, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3400 Dodson Branch Rd, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
2 baths
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Cookeville
605 N Dixie Ave #NA, Cookeville, TN 38501
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,150
$2,995
Price drop
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Cookeville
3 beds
2 baths
$2,580
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Cookeville
1135 Cross Pointe Dr, Cookeville, TN 38506
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Cookeville
4172 Verble Sherrell Rd, Cookeville, TN 38506
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,300
House for rent
1d ago
75 E Veterans Dr, Cookeville, TN 38501
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,260–$1,800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
600 W 8th St, Cookeville, TN 38501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$943–$1,130
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 14
3d ago
1045 Fisk Rd, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
2 baths
$1,400–$1,500
Apartment for rent
10h ago
74 E Stevens St, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1994 Bouton Bnd, Cookeville, TN 38501
3 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Cookeville
1829 Stargazer Dr #2, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,049
$975
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 11
2d ago
House for rent in Cookeville
19 W Borden St, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,149
House for rent
Available Sep 23
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Cookeville
5336 Dodson Branch Rd #2, Cookeville, TN 38501
1 bed
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 3
12h ago
Apartment for rent in Cookeville
3100 Dodson Branch Rd, Cookeville, TN 38501
1–2 beds
1 bath
$760–$950
Apartment for rent
10h ago
74 E Stevens St, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Cookeville
2532 Highway 70 E, Cookeville, TN 38506
4 beds
2 baths
$2,400
$2,200
Price drop
House for rent
2d ago
1219 Byrne Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Cookeville, TN
Quick answers to common questions about the Cookeville rental market.
How much is rent in Cookeville?
The average rent in Cookeville is $1,277 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cookeville?
Average rent prices in Cookeville have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Cookeville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cookeville is 33% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $622 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cookeville?
To comfortably afford rent in Cookeville, you'd need to earn approximately $51,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cookeville?
March offers the lowest rents in Cookeville, with prices running about 14% lower than July, which sees the highest rent. Searching in March rather than summer months could result in better deals.
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).