Now Leasing for Fall 2026
Welcome to 1601 Forest Avenue, a spacious duplex located on the corner of 16th Street and Forest Avenue in the heart of Fort Sanders. This 1930s home maintains its historic exterior charm while offering fully updated interiors with hardwood flooring, granite countertops, and modern finishes throughout.
The property includes two separate units that can be leased individually or combined for a full 7-bedroom home. Unit #1 features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms along with a large covered front porch. Unit #2 includes 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms plus a private paver patio. Together, they provide plenty of living space for groups, fraternities, sororities, or organizations who want to live near campus.
Located in a vibrant, walkable neighborhood, this property is just blocks from UTK, Knoxville hot spots and UTK sporting events making it perfect for those who want to stay connected to Knoxville's campus life and hot spots.
Virtual Tours:
*Unit 2 Back Unit (3BR/2.
Unit Features:
*Mix of private and ensuite bathrooms in both units
*Hardwood flooring, granite countertops, & updated kitchens
*Custom tile showers & walk-in showers
*Spacious living areas with modern finishes
*Covered front porch (Unit 1) & private paver patio (Unit 2)
*Central air conditioning & heating
*In-unit washer & dryer
Community & Location Perks:
*Option to lease each unit separately or combine for a 7BR home
*Walk or bike to UTK Campus, The Strip, & Neyland Stadium
*Resident portal for online rent & maintenance requests
*Free street parking
*Pet friendly (screening & deposit required)
*Yard space
*Located in Fort Sanders
Lease Term: 12 months
Availability: August 2026
How to Join the Waitlist
*Get ahead for Fall 2026! Submit your application today to be first in line when units open.
Note on Renewals
*Current tenants for the 20252026 lease cycle have until September 1, 2025, to renew. New applicants will be contacted in order of application once availability is confirmed.
Questions? We'd love to help you schedule a tour.
Townhouse for rent
$1,725/mo
1601 Forest Ave APT 1, Knoxville, TN 37916
4beds
1,800sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Townhouse
Available Sat Aug 1 2026
-- Pets
-- A/C
In unit laundry
-- Parking
-- Heating
What's special
Yard spacePrivate paver patioHistoric exterior charmLarge covered front porchModern finishesIn-unit washer and dryerFully updated interiors
- 6 days
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: 12 Month Lease Rate/Terms, Ensuite Bathroom, Fort Sanders Area, Granite Countertops, Greek Life Friendly, Housing for Fraternities, Housing for Sororities, Large Group Housing, Lawn, Off Campus Housing, Pet Deposit, Pet Screening Required, Private Bathroom, Private Bedroom, Refrigerator/Stove/Microwave Included, Resident Portal for Rent & Maintenance, Stainless Steel Appliances, Student Friendly Neighborhood, Walk In Shower, Walk or Bike to UTK Campus
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Knoxville
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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9/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,725$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |
Neighborhood: Fort Sanders
There are 2 available units in this apartment building