
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Memphis Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $500 (86 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Memphis area of Memphis.


Greenlaw Apartments

310 Jones St

Looney Apartments

Exchange Building

703 N 3rd St

W.L.

Jefferson Place

Uptown Flats
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Forum Flats

Patterson Flats

South Main Artspace Lofts

Hope Heights Tower

Faulkner Court Apartments

109 N Main St

The Washburn

Radio Center Flats

Annex Lofts
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Main Street Flats

Cornerstone Flats

Printer's Alley Lofts

Van Vleet Flats

50 Peabody Place

2nd Street Flats

401 N Manassas St

Hunt-Phelan Apartments

99 Front Apartments
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Lowenstein

Downtown YMCA Lofts

Pembroke Square Apartments

Cabinet Shop Lofts

66 S Front St

107 S Front St

413 S Main St

Burkle and Main

510 City House Ct
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.
Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Memphis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Memphis Studio Apartments | $1,121 | $560 | $1,636 |
| Downtown Memphis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $525 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Memphis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $750 | $5,096 |
| Downtown Memphis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $995 | $3,305 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Memphis Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
See all Apartments in MemphisExplore Memphis
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Memphis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Memphis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Memphis is under $880.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Memphis?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Memphis is 288 Leath St which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Downtown Memphis costs $2,297.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Memphis?
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 157 regular apartments in Downtown Memphis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Memphis?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Memphis have an average cost of $705 which is $1,592 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Memphis.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

Memphis, Tennessee: A Local Expert's Insider Guide to the Bluff City
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
Hello from Memphis, Tennessee. I'm Josh, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Memphis, and I spent years in this city eating, writing, cooking, studying, and getting to know it block by block.

The Local Memphis Expert's Guide to Renting Near the Citys Top Employers
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
I'm Josh, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

College Life in Memphis: Affordable Neighborhoods Where Students Really Live and Thrive
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
I’m Josh, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Memphis.

Affordable Memphis: The Best Lower Priced Neighborhoods with Character
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
I’m Josh, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Memphis.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.