Now Leasing for Fall 2026
1612 Forest Avenue offers the best of both worlds: a historic exterior with fully updated interiors. This large duplex includes two separate units. Unit #1 (front unit) is 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms Unit 2 (rear unit) is 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Lease either unit individually or combine both for a spacious 9-bedroom, 7-bathroom home.
Inside, you'll find hardwood flooring, granite countertops, and marble bath flooring paired with custom tile showers. Historic details like original exposed brick and 10-foot ceilings add character, while renovated kitchens and updated finishes bring modern convenience. The covered front porch provides outdoor seating, and limited off-street parking is available in the rear gravel lot (except on Game Days and Major Events).
Located just blocks from the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Cumberland Avenue, and downtown, this property offers a walkable lifestyle in one of Knoxville's most vibrant, student-friendly neighborhoods.
Virtual Tours:
Unit Features:
*Unit 1: 5 bedrooms / 4 bathrooms
*Unit 2: 4 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms
*Hardwood flooring & granite countertops
*Custom marble showers & marble bath flooring
*Exposed brick & 10-foot ceilings
*Renovated kitchens with stainless steel appliances
*Spacious shared living areas
*Covered front porch (Unit 1)
*Central air conditioning & heating
*In-unit washer & dryer in both units
Community & Location Perks:
*Option to lease each unit separately or combine for a 9BR property
*Walk or bike to University of Tennessee Knoxville, Cumberland Ave & Downtown
*Resident portal for online rent & maintenance requests
*Limited off-street parking (no parking on Game Days & Major Events) + free street parking
*Pet friendly (screening & deposit required)
*Public transportation access nearby
*Located in Fort Sanders, a vibrant, student-friendly neighborhood
Lease Term: 12 months
Availability: August 2026
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
$1,735/mo
1612 Forest Ave APT 1, Knoxville, TN 37916
5beds
1,962sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Townhouse
Available Sat Aug 1 2026
-- Pets
-- A/C
In unit laundry
On site parking
-- Heating
What's special
Historic exteriorCustom tile showersCovered front porchOriginal exposed brickIn-unit washer and dryerRenovated kitchensFully updated interiors
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Looking to buy when your lease ends?
Consider a first-time homebuyer savings account designed to grow your down payment with up to a 6% match & 4.15% APY.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,962 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Site
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: 12 Month Lease Rate/Terms, Close to Cumberland Ave, Close to UTK Campus, Custom Marble Shower, Ensuite Bathroom, Floor Covering: Marble, Flooring: Marble, Fort Sanders Area, Granite Countertops, Greek Life Friendly, Housing for Fraternities, Housing for Sororities, Large Group Housing, No Game Day Parking, Off Campus Housing, Original Exposed Brick, Pet Deposit, Pet Screening Required, Private Bathroom, Private Bedroom, Refrigerator/Stove/Microwave Included, Resident Portal for Rent & Maintenance, Shared Bathroom, Stainless Steel Appliances, Student Friendly Neighborhood, Ten Foot Ceilings, UTK Organizer Friendly, 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 | $1,735+285.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/21/2017 | Listing removed | $450 |
Source: Holmes Property Management LLC - Property # 312385 | ||
4/27/2017 | Price change | $450-87.1% |
Source: Holmes Property Management LLC - Property # 312385 | ||
2/1/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Holmes Property Management LLC |
Neighborhood: Fort Sanders
There are 2 available units in this apartment building