Tennessee Tech University

Cookeville, TN

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Tennessee Tech University - Cookeville, TN

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Founded in 1915, Tennessee Tech University offers students access to more than 40 undergraduate and 20 graduate degrees. Students and faculty foster partnerships at Tennessee Tech, combining disciplines and ideas in multi-disciplinary projects and research. TTU encourages students to focus on their studies, be fearless in pursuit of their goals, and be committed to the campus and global communities.

TTU is situated in the small town of Cookeville, which offers the best of rural and urban living. Plenty of apartments, houses, and townhomes are available for rent near campus, as the market tends to cater to the TTU community. Commuting and traveling from Tennessee Tech is simple with access to I-40.

Options for entertainment and recreation at Tennessee Tech is diverse—from art festivals and concerts to NCAA Division I Golden Eagles athletics to various events hosted by over 200 registered student organizations. Nature lovers rejoice in the state parks, mountains, rivers, and lakes that surround campus. Should you miss the bustle of city life, Nashville, Chattanooga, and Knoxville are all within driving distance of TTU.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Cookeville, TN is $986 for a studio, $844 for one bedroom, $1,090 for two bedrooms, and $1,371 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cookeville has increased by 3.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 371 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $986/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 607 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $844/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 977 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,090/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,332 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,371/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

30

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

Prescott South Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

558 Students

8
out of 10

Capshaw Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

521 Students

7
out of 10

Dodson Branch Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

281 Students

7
out of 10

Cane Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

437 Students

6
out of 10

Algood Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 5-8

757 Students

5
out of 10

Dodson Branch Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

281 Students

7
out of 10

Algood Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 5-8

757 Students

5
out of 10

Prescott South Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

812 Students

4
out of 10

Avery Trace Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

720 Students

4
out of 10

Putnam County Vital

Public

Grades K-12

301 Students

4
out of 10

Cookeville High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

2,199 Students

6
out of 10

Putnam County Vital

Public

Grades K-12

301 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Dogwood Park
  • Walnut Park
  • Cane Creek Park

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