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Nashville apartments under $1,300 a month
Last updated: 2026-10-16 · 11 complexes
These 11 complexes have a lowest listed rent or estimated net effective rent under $1,300 as of 2026-10-16, cheapest first; 5 also have a move-in special. Starting rents usually apply to the smallest floor plan, and fees and parking are extra. Deals change weekly, so confirm the current offer, eligible units and lease term with the building before you apply.
| # | Complex | Neighborhood | Special (as written) | Rent from | Net effective* | Free rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summit East Nashville | East Nashville | Move in on or before 10/31 and receive 1 MONTH FREE RENT! | $895 | $845 | 1 month |
| 2 | Nations Landing | The Nations | Fall-tacular Special: 6 Weeks Free Rent! - Must Take Possession by 10/16/2026. 12 month lease only. | $1,048 | $927 | 6 weeks |
| 3 | The Station by Alta | East Nashville | Lease today and receive up to 12 Weeks FREE base rent on select floor plans! *Minimum Lease Term and Floor Plan Restrictions Apply. Other Co | $1,300 | $1,060 | 12 weeks |
| 4 | Placemakr Premier SoBro | SoBro | Enjoy 3 months free on select studio and one-bedroom homes with a 12-14 month lease! | $1,514 | $1,136 | 3 months |
| 5 | The Shelby | East Nashville | No current special found | $1,156 | — | — |
| 6 | Vetra 500 Fifth | Downtown | No current special found | $1,199 | — | — |
| 7 | Laurel House Lofts | The Gulch | No current special found | $1,220 | — | — |
| 8 | The Canvas | East Nashville | 1 MONTH FREE | $1,250 | — | 1 month |
| 9 | Red Oak Flats | East Nashville | No current special found | $1,275 | — | — |
| 10 | Terra House | SoBro | No current special found | $1,279 | — | — |
| 11 | Bexley Silo Bend | The Nations | No current special found | $1,299 | — | — |
*Net effective = (base × lease months − free-rent value) ÷ lease months, shown only when special, rent and minimum lease are all known. Free weeks are converted at 12/52 of a month each. Listed rents come from public listings and may be base rent or total monthly price; check each complex page for the source.
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FAQ
Can you find an apartment in Nashville for under $1,300?
Yes. As of 2026-10-16 we found 11 tracked complexes starting under $1,300, including Summit East Nashville, Nations Landing, The Station by Alta.
What is net effective rent?
Your average monthly rent after free-rent specials are spread over the lease: (base rent × lease months − free rent value) ÷ lease months.
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Under $1,500 · Under $1,800 · Specials this month (October 2026) · 3+ months free · 2+ months free · Weeks-free specials · Studio under $1,500 · 1-bedroom under $1,500
Neighborhoods: Downtown · East Nashville · SoBro · The Gulch · The Nations
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Deals change constantly. Specials, rents and fees below were collected from public listings and property sites (checked 2026-10-16) and may be expired, limited to select units, or carry restrictions. Always verify the current offer, lease term and fees directly with the property before applying. Net effective rent is an estimate.