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The Oliver Luxury Apartments
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$1,195 - $2,010
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$1,063 - $5,768
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$132
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$1,195 - $5,900
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The Oliver Luxury Apartments

7 Vance AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Downtown Memphis Flats
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$1,050 - $1,465
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$1,030 - $1,775
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$20
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$1,050 - $1,795
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Downtown Memphis Flats

100 Gayoso AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Riverset Apartments
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$1,016 - $2,305
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$980 - $2,550
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$1,016 - $2,586
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Riverset Apartments

100 Riverset LnMemphis, TN 38103
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Memphis, TN Local Guide

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Memphis 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 17, 2026

There are currently 10918 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Memphis, TN that range in price from $485 to $3,440. Southeast Memphis, Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale and Oakhaven are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Memphis with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Southeast Memphis744$955$598
Hickory Ridge-South Riverdale486$920$699
Oakhaven477$850$599
Fox Meadows404$850$599
Hickory Hill390$865$699
Southern Shelby County377$950$599
Winchester Park376$1,200$500
Victorian Village365$1,200$500
Uptown Memphis317$1,228$779
Downtown Memphis292$1,312$525

Largest Available Memphis 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Memphis, TN is found at The Water Tower District at Schilling Farms and is 1,263 square feet priced from $2,633. Court Square Apartments in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,157 square feet and currently listed start at $1,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Memphis:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Water Tower District at Schilling FarmsA5A1,263 Sq Ft$2,633
Court Square Apartments1 BR1,157 Sq Ft$1,595
The Bridges at Germantown ApartmentsA21,146 Sq Ft$1,589
Parcels at ConcourseKismet 91,135 Sq Ft$1,796
The Landings at Houston LeveeThe Cordelle - 1x11,132 Sq Ft$910
South Line at Central Station1x1755 Sq Ft$1,320
Emerald Park1 bedroom 1 bathroom713 Sq Ft$699

Cheapest Available Memphis 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 17, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Memphis, TN is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $485 at Redwood Estates Mobile Home Community in the Frayser neighborhood. The second most affordable Memphis 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 165 N Merton starting at $550 in the East Memphis neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Memphis is currently $1,154. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Memphis:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Redwood Estates Mobile Home Community1 Bed, 1 bath$485
165 N Merton1BR/1.0BA$550
El Dorado1 Bedroom$556
Emberly Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$598
Emerald Ridge1 bedroom 1 bathroom$599
Springdale Creek Apartments1 Bedroom$625
Mill Creek Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$626
University Gardens Manor1x1 Classic$659
The Residences at Lakeview1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$660
Renaissance at Steele1 bedroom$660

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Memphis Overview

Memphis, Tennessee is a place where you can feel lost in time, surrounded by rich history and the roots of some of today’s most popular music. Southern hospitality and tradition combine with modern comfort and a sense of belonging in Tennessee’s largest city, which still manages to retain the quiet charms of simple living. From the vibrant neighborhoods of Downtown Memphis to the majestic Mississippi River, there is no shortage of variety to be found by people staying in apartments in Memphis. Also, you can’t visit this sunny getaway without trying some legendary Memphis barbecue.

Why live in Memphis, TN?

The endless possibilities in Memphis make it a city that is difficult to define. There are museums and historical sites that will satisfy anyone seeking to learn about the rich history of the south and the civil rights movement. The plentiful parks and trails can keep active nature lovers happy, and there’s no shortage of sights for music aficionados interested in the origins of the classics. Between the countless animals at the Memphis Zoo, the mouthwatering soul food and barbecue that’s always in easy reach, and the minor league stadium where you can watch the Memphis Redbirds in action, Memphis is a city that comes equipped with everything you might want to experience. No matter who you find your apartment in Memphis, you're bound for adventure.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Memphis Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Memphis with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Memphis is at Redwood Estates Mobile Home Community listed at $485.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Memphis Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Memphis is $1,154.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Memphis Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Memphis is a 1,263 square feet unit starting from $2,633 at The Water Tower District at Schilling Farms.

What is the average size for Memphis 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Memphis is currently 857 sq ft.

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