Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Memphis Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $700 (13 Rentals)

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property at 50 Gayoso Ave

$1,190 - $1,650

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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50 Gayoso Ave

MemphisTN38103
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$990 - $1,265

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66 Monroe Ave

MemphisTN38103

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Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Memphis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Memphis area of Memphis, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Greenlaw Apartments priced from $750. Uptown Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $760. Here are the most affordable Downtown Memphis apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenlaw Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$750
Uptown Square ApartmentsStudio - HandicappedStudio,1BA$760
Owens Place Townhomes1 Bed Flat1BR,1BA$760
Indigo RiverviewEmoryStudio,1BA$761
Crescent Bluff11A501BR,1BA$784

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Memphis, TN

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Memphis area is the $0.84 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Bickford Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value Downtown Memphis apartment is the 2 bd / 2 ba Model at 628 Madison Ave starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Memphis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bickford Square Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.84
628 Madison Ave2 bd / 2 ba2BR,2BA$1.35
Island Park/Harbor Town SquareA2 (1x1 Island Park)1BR,1BA$1.36
Linden Yards ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Edison ParkTwo Bedroom TownhomeStudio ,1BA$0.99
2nd Street Flats22A602BR,2BA$1.39
Patterson Flats1-A1BR,1BA$1.27
Owens Place Townhomes1 Bed Flat1BR,1BA$1.10
The Kendall2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
Greenlaw Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN

Ranked #15

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Memphis

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Memphis?

There are currently 248 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Memphis, TN with pricing that ranges from $525 to $5,900. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Memphis ranging from $725 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Memphis?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Memphis ranges from $725 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,855.

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.

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Affordable Memphis: The Best Lower Priced Neighborhoods with Character

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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