
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New Chicago Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $300 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the New Chicago area of Memphis.


Greenlaw Apartments

Bickford Square Apartments

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574 N 4th St, Unit 2 apts available

Looney Apartments
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750 Chelsea Ave

965 Eldridge Ave

1356-1370 Vollintine

1022 N 7th St

Lawson's Manufactured Housing Community
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675 Looney Rd
New Chicago, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| New Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $837 | $750 | $895 |
| New Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $995 | $995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the New Chicago Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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Cheapest Available New Chicago Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the New Chicago area of Memphis, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Greenlaw Apartments priced from $750. The Kendall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable New Chicago apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenlaw Apartments | 2 bedroom x 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Kendall | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Bickford Square Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Chicago, TN
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Chicago 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 New Chicago apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Kendall starting at $799 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bickford Square Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Kendall | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Greenlaw Apartments | 2 bedroom x 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 699 N 5th St, Unit 2 | 699 N 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Chicago Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in New Chicago?
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 3 regular apartments in New Chicago that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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