Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cooper Young Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Belvedere Place

The Flats @ Cooper Young

925 S Cox St

1639 Southern Ave
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Cooper Young, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cooper Young?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Young Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $750 | $1,416 |
| Cooper Young 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,172 | $695 | $1,899 |
| Cooper Young 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $975 | $2,193 |
| Cooper Young 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
| Cooper Young 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cooper Young Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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Cheapest Available Cooper Young Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cooper Young area of Memphis, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Court Apartments priced from $695. Central Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Cooper Young apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Central Gardens | Studio One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Peabody Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Flats @ Cooper Young | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Bonsai at Central Gardens | Studio- without Washer/Dryer | Studio,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cooper Young, TN
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cooper Young area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2x1A Model at Belvedere Place in the in the Midtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Cooper Young apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Broadmoor Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Medical District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cooper Young apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belvedere Place | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Broadmoor Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Melrose Midtown | The Southwest | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 189 Barksdale | 2 Story | 1BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Peabody Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Linden | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Melrose Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Peabody Falls Apartments | 1 BDRM, 1 BTH A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Central Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath Elevator | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Flats @ Cooper Young | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCooper Young, Memphis, TN
Ranked #43
Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Cooper Young Neighborhood in Memphis, TN
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cooper Young Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cooper Young?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cooper Young is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cooper Young?
The cheapest apartment in Cooper Young is Melrose Court Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Cooper Young costs $12,564.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cooper Young?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Cooper Young that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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