Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pinch District Memphis, TN from $500 (53 Rentals)

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Court Square Apartments
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$1,000 - $2,276
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$1,000 - $2,276
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Court Square Apartments

62 N Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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$1,050 - $1,295

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109 N Main St

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699 N 5th St, Unit 2
$1,100
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699 N 5th St, Unit 2

699 N 5th StMemphis, TN 38107
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288 Leath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

288 Leath St

288 Leath StMemphis, TN 38105
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April Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

April Woods

262 Chelsea AveMemphis, TN 38107
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The Kendall
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Kendall

1018 N 7th StMemphis, TN 38107
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Looney Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Looney Apartments

693 Looney AveMemphis, TN 38107
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Exchange Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Exchange Building

9 N 2nd StMemphis, TN 38103
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Jefferson Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Place

560 S Jefferson PlMemphis, TN 38105
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Uptown Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Flats

627 N Main StMemphis, TN 38107
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Hope Heights Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Heights Tower

383 Madison AveMemphis, TN 38103
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The Washburn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Washburn

60 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Main Street Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Main Street Flats

101 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Cornerstone Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Flats

113 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Van Vleet Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Van Vleet Flats

122 Gayoso AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Burkle and Main
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Burkle and Main

812 N Main StMemphis, TN 38107
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50 Peabody Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

50 Peabody Place

50 Peabody PlMemphis, TN 38103
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Lowenstein
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lowenstein

66 N Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pinch District, Memphis, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pinch District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pinch District area of Memphis, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at 288 Leath St priced from $625. Helix at the District - Utilities Included has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Pinch District apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
288 Leath St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$625
Helix at the District - Utilities Included1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Greenlaw Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$750
Uptown Square ApartmentsStudio - HandicappedStudio,1BA$760
Edison ParkOne Bedroom High-RiseStudio,1BA$765
The Kendall2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$799
Claridge House Condominiums0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$845
Indigo RiverviewPowellStudio,1BA$851
Bickford Square Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$895
Iris Luxury ApartmentsS01Studio,1BA$906

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pinch District, TN

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pinch District area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2 BR Model at Court Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $1,776. The second greatest value Pinch District apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at 44 S. Front starting at $1,850 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pinch District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Court Square Apartments2 BR2BR,2BA$1.22
44 S. Front2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.42
Lofts at Merchant RowFloor Plan A1BR,1.5BA$1.36
Downtown YMCA Lofts1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.09
Bickford Square Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.84
628 Madison Ave1 bd / 1 ba1BR,1BA$1.10
Number 10 MainNTM-A41BR,1BA$1.32
Downtown Memphis FlatsBarboro 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
The Kendall2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.20
Greenlaw Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.15

College Life in Memphis: Affordable Neighborhoods Where Students Rent and Thrive

Where do Memphis students actually live? Our local expert reveals the best affordable neighborhoods to rent near U of M, Rhodes, and CBU. Get local tips & save on rent!

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pinch District, Memphis, TN

Ranked #31

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Pinch District, Memphis, and the greater Memphis area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pinch District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pinch District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pinch District is under $906.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pinch District?

The cheapest apartment in Pinch District is 288 Leath St which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Pinch District costs $2,576.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pinch District?

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 129 regular apartments in Pinch District 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 Pinch District?

Cheap apartments in Pinch District have an average cost of $858 which is $1,718 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pinch District.

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