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#1 in University of Tennessee Off-Campus Student Housing
Student Apartments
in Knoxville
Fully furnished or unfurnished student apartments in Knoxville near the University of Tennessee. Stylish and comfortable student housing ranging from one to four bedrooms. Enjoy the best amenities and finest community in all of student living.
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OUR APARTMENTS
Knoxville Student Housing At Its Best
Experience living your college years at the University of Tennessee in style
The Commons at Knoxville offers fully furnished and unfurnished student apartments that range from one to four bedrooms, so whether you’re looking for a private sanctuary or a suite for your whole squad, we have you covered.
We offer premium student accommodations and a convenient location that’s a short commute to the best Knoxville has to offer. Our apartments are located near The University of Tennessee, so you can be on campus in minutes! Just next door you’ll find shops, restaurants, entertainment, and more. So, whether you’re making a dash to class on UTK main campus or to the Orange & White game, everything you need to experience Knoxville lies just a short distance away.
Our spacious student apartments feature fully equipped kitchens with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops in the kitchen, walk-in closets, and full bathrooms.
Apartment amenities:
- Furnished and unfurnished options
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Washer & dryer in each unit
- High-speed wireless and wired internet
- Full size stainless steel appliances
- Granite countertops
- Full XL size mattress
AMENITIES
Experience Your College Years at UTK in Style
A lifestyle that seamlessly combines academic work and play
Location, Location, Location
With 4 different building locations in the Fort Sanders area, you can walk to any part of campus within 10 minutes.
On-Site Management
Our on-site management team is the “grease” that keeps everything running smoothly, day-in and day-out. You won’t have to worry about a thing, even during vacations and on holidays, because we’ve got you covered.
Fitness Center
The fitness center at The Commons has specialized equipment, free weights, cardio machines, and a host of other fitness aids designed to stretch and exercise all the right muscles. It’s up to you to exercise your brain, but we help make it easy to be physically fit.
Package Concierge System
If you’re expecting a care package of home-baked cookies or a rush order of something required for class, you’ll never run the risk of not being home – know that any package addressed to you will get to you.
Yoga Room
Stay calm and practice your breathing. When stress and anxiety threaten to overwhelm you, head for the Yoga Room to get your body and mind in alignment. It’s always there for you.
And Much More
Community. Privacy. Study vibes. Celebrations. Life at The Commons at Knoxville supports all of your moods and modes. You’ll get the community experience with the benefits of luxury student housing. Whether it be celebrating with friends or studying for an exam, we’re here to make sure that you don’t feel homesick. We lay a solid foundation, so you have the stability to focus on your studies and explore life.
Get to School Any Way You Want
Our student apartments are literally located steps from The University of Tennessee’s main campus. In fact, you can walk to campus in just 10 minutes.
High Speed Wireless and Wired Internet
We know how important it is to be connected. That’s why we keep you well-equipped with high-speed, reliable Wi-Fi fast enough to support multiple streaming video and video game devices at all times!
24/7 Emergency Maintenance
At The Commons, you’re never going to be “left out in the cold” when something happens, even if it’s the middle of the night.
Pet Friendly Community
We are a pet-friendly community where your dog or cat can feel at home. We love our four-legged family members, so we’re happy to welcome your furry friends with open arms!
HOW TO APPLY
Simple 3 Step Process to Reserve Your UTK Off-Campus Apartment
We have made finding your dream student apartment in Knoxville a breeze with our fast and stress-free application. Just answer a few questions to find the right fit.
Browse
Select from any of our fully furnished student apartments. Get the key to your perfect apartment without ever leaving your couch. Browse our student apartments.
Submit
Fill in our easy online application and submit it. Apply in less than 10 minutes to get matched up with the perfect roommates and apartment. Click here to learn more about the application process.
Sign
After our 24-step screening process, we’ll issue you a lease to sign and confirm the next steps ahead of your move-in. Explore our community.
OUR MISSION
The Best Student Living Experience at University of Tennessee
The Commons at Knoxville is a place to call home for your college years. We go the extra mile to understand the needs of students and provide an excellent off-campus experience because you deserve to live in a safe, fun, and friendly environment.
OUR MANAGEMENT
First-Class Management
We have years of experience providing housing for students in off-campus locations and we understand what students need. We understand the concerns of parents in helping their children make this transition as easy as possible. With student housing accommodations across the US, our team has the broad expertise to help you live your best college life right here in the heart of Knoxville!
We strive to create a comfortable environment for students to live as they are in school. We have fully trained, professional managers to keep our communities maintained and provide the highest level of customer service.
ROOMMATE MATCHING
A Roommate Matching System Designed to Find You a Great Roommate
During the application process, you will complete a roommate questionnaire to provide our team with insights on your living and study habits and any requested roommates you might want to live with.
The survey covers things like typical study habits, music and television preferences, noise level preferences, cleanliness, and other general questions to make your living experience as pleasant as possible. We utilize this data to make the best roommate matching decisions available.
Our Promise to You
We understand that choosing an apartment can be a stressful experience for both students and parents alike.
For that reason, we created our The Commons at Knoxville Promise to show our commitment to ensuring you have the best stay with us.
- To provide a high standard of student accommodation.
- To provide easily accessible off-campus management should you have a problem.
- To ensure that we treat all residents with respect and dignity.
- To do our best to resolve any customer concerns or complaints.
- To provide the range of on-site amenities.
- Take Covid safety measures for everyone’s protection.
What Our Residents Have to Say
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