Average Rent in Johnson City, TN
12 apartment buildings, 59 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$1,557/mo
market average
Cheapest
$1,000/mo
Beaver Hollow Apartments
Properties
12
tracked daily
Units
59
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 12 properties in Johnson City, TN.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Johnson City, TN Rent Prices
All 12 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Beaver Hollow Apartments
800 Swadley Rd #100, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA
University Edge Apartments
918 W Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
HANCOCK RIDGE APTS
909 Cedar Grove Rd, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA
Stone Crest Townhomes
1099 Stonecrest Ct, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
Universal at Mockingbird Lane
234 Mockingbird Ln #10, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
Universal at Mountainview
1193 W Mountainview Rd, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
Summer Chase Apartments
1811 W Lakeview Dr, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beaver Hollow Apartments 800 Swadley Rd #100, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1.09 | 3.8 (28) | 1 |
| 2 | University Edge Apartments 918 W Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA | $1,025 | $1,025 | $2.33 | 4.5 (708) | 1 |
| 3 | HANCOCK RIDGE APTS 909 Cedar Grove Rd, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA | $1,077 | $1,077 | $0.95 | 3.7 (13) | 1 |
| 4 | Stone Crest Townhomes 1099 Stonecrest Ct, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA | $1,129 | $1,354 | $1.31 | 4.4 (54) | 4 |
| 5 | Universal at Mockingbird Lane 234 Mockingbird Ln #10, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA | $1,199 | $1,226 | $1.73 | 4.5 (113) | 3 |
| 6 | Universal at Mountainview 1193 W Mountainview Rd, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA | $1,249 | $1,508 | $1.63 | 4.7 (23) | 7 |
| 7 | Summer Chase Apartments 1811 W Lakeview Dr, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA | $1,299 | $1,317 | $1.49 | 4.6 (169) | 10 |
Explore Each Property
Beaver Hollow Apartments
3.8 (28)800 Swadley Rd #100, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA
University Edge Apartments
4.5 (708)918 W Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
HANCOCK RIDGE APTS
3.7 (13)909 Cedar Grove Rd, Johnson City, TN 37601, USA
Stone Crest Townhomes
4.4 (54)1099 Stonecrest Ct, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
Universal at Mockingbird Lane
4.5 (113)234 Mockingbird Ln #10, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
Universal at Mountainview
4.7 (23)1193 W Mountainview Rd, Johnson City, TN 37604, USA
Johnson City, TN Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Johnson City, TN is $1,557 per month, based on 59 units across 12 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,000 at Beaver Hollow Apartments to $1,620 at Knob Creek Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,442/mo | $1,129/mo | 17 |
| 2 Bed | $1,555/mo | $1,000/mo | 29 |
| 3 Bed | $1,767/mo | $1,077/mo | 12 |
| 4 Bed | $1,025/mo | $1,025/mo | 1 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Building Economics
How much do Johnson City, TN apartments earn?
The 8 buildings we can estimate generate about $764K in rental revenue per month ($9.2M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Summer Chase Apartments | $199K/mo | 94% | 161 |
| 2.The Reserve at Johnson City Apartments | $190K/mo | 92% | 108 |
| 3.Universal at Mountainview | $97K/mo | 90% | 72 |
| 4.Vintage Johnson City Apartments | $85K/mo | 83% | 54 |
| 5.The Henry On Main | $62K/mo | 83% | 42 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Johnson City, TN, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Johnson City, TN averages $1,442/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,555/mo. At the local median household income of $55,429, that works out to 34% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Johnson City, TN at $957/mo. The current tracked market average runs 63% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Johnson City, TN while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Johnson City, TN?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$62,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,557/mo.
Comfortable income
$75,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,000/mo), you need to earn at least $40,000/year.
Median household income in Johnson City, TN is $55,429 , about 26% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Johnson City, TN
Overall prices in Johnson City, TN runs below the national average by about 12% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 88.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Johnson City, TN's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,557 |
| Utilities | $274 |
| Groceries | $509 |
| Transportation | $652 |
| Healthcare | $318 |
| Other goods and services | $509 |
| Estimated total | $3,819/mo |
Population
71,455
Median household income
$55,429
Census median rent
$957/mo
Rent as % of income
30.0%
Median age
35.1
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in Tennessee
How Johnson City, TN rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Johnson City, TN | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $2,294 | +47% | 57 |
| Franklin, TN | $2,190 | +41% | 14 |
| Memphis, TN | $1,458 | -6% | 12 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $1,650 | +6% | 9 |
| Murfreesboro, TN | $1,589 | +2% | 7 |
| Hendersonville, TN | $1,583 | +2% | 7 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Johnson City, TN?
The average rent in Johnson City, TN is $1,557 per month, based on 59 units across 12 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Johnson City, TN?
The lowest available rent in Johnson City, TN starts at $1,000 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Johnson City, TN?
1-bedroom apartments in Johnson City, TN average $1,442/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,129/mo across 17 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Johnson City, TN?
2-bedroom apartments in Johnson City, TN average $1,555/mo. Units start from $1,000/mo across 29 units currently listed.
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