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Cleveland, TN

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Experience the natural beauty and rich history of southeastern Tennessee

Suburban Scenic Mountain Views Historic Active Welcoming Convenient Vibrant College Town Affordable

Nicknamed “The City with Spirit,” Cleveland boasts a distinct small-town atmosphere with dynamic appeal and historic charm. Nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains in southeastern Tennessee, Cleveland offers an abundance of recreational opportunities, from hiking to climbing and everything in between. Cleveland is also convenient to the Ocoee River, a popular rafting destination. The 1996 Olympics held the Canoe and Kayak Slalom competitions at nearby Ocoee Whitewater Center. Today, this course is still used and is considered the best whitewater course in the world. National and international competitions are still held at the center.

A rich history pervades Cleveland, where the Cherokee Nation once thrived and numerous Civil War sites surround. Downtown Cleveland is brimming with well-preserved historic buildings that now contain an array of unique shops, local boutiques, and charming eateries.

A host of annual events bring the community together in Cleveland, including the Cleveland Apple Festival, Main Street Cruise-In, Halloween Block Party, and the Christmas Parade. Located about 30 miles northeast of Chattanooga, Cleveland is close to plenty of big-city amenities as well. Quick access to I-75 makes getting around from Cleveland simple.

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The Ocoee River was used for whitewater events in the 1996 Olympics

For whitewater rafting, residents head to Quest Expeditions

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Cleveland, TN is $809 for a studio, $1,025 for one bedroom, $1,275 for two bedrooms, and $1,761 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cleveland has increased by 3.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,025/month
671 Sq Ft
House
$1,815/month
1,380 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,738/month
1,250 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Cleveland, TN is 17.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Cleveland is 17.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $809 - $1,761. You can expect to pay 11.7% less for groceries, 14.1% less for utilities, and 28.7% less for transportation.

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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

29

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Michigan Avenue

Public

Grades PK-5

466 Students

8
out of 10

North Lee Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

513 Students

7
out of 10

Hopewell Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

457 Students

7
out of 10

Oak Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

406 Students

7
out of 10

Black Fox Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

510 Students

6
out of 10

Lake Forest Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,127 Students

5
out of 10

Ocoee Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

997 Students

5
out of 10

Bradley County Virtual School

Public

Grades 3-12

174 Students

4
out of 10

Cleveland Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,271 Students

3
out of 10

Walker Valley High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,498 Students

7
out of 10

Cleveland High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,842 Students

6
out of 10

Bradley Central High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,677 Students

5
out of 10

Bradley County Virtual School

Public

Grades 3-12

174 Students

4
out of 10

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.