
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverwalk Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $700 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverwalk area of Memphis.


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The Chisca

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Riverwalk, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverwalk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwalk Studio Apartments | $1,110 | $761 | $1,594 |
| Riverwalk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $760 | $2,248 |
| Riverwalk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $945 | $5,900 |
| Riverwalk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $997 | $3,040 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverwalk Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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Cheapest Available Riverwalk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverwalk area of Memphis, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Owens Place Townhomes priced from $760. Indigo Riverview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $761. Here are the most affordable Riverwalk apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Place Townhomes | 1 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Indigo Riverview | Emory | Studio,1BA | $761 |
| Printer's Alley Lofts | PAL-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Exchange Building | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Chisca | A1r | 1BR,1BA | $927 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Forum Flats | 1-C Type B-60% | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Fielder Square | E2 Studio | Studio,1BA | $954 |
| Lofts at Merchant Row | Floor Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| South Junction Apartments | The Edge | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverwalk, TN
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverwalk area is the $1.51 price per square foot NTM-B5 Model at Number 10 Main in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Riverwalk apartment is the B1 Model at 266 Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverwalk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 10 Main | NTM-B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 266 Lofts | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Museum Lofts | The Delta | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 2nd Street Flats | 22A60 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| South Bluffs Apartments | 819 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Washburn | WAS-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Lofts at Merchant Row | Floor Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Owens Place Townhomes | 1 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Forum Flats | 1-C Type B-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverwalk Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverwalk?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverwalk is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverwalk?
The cheapest apartment in Riverwalk is Owens Place Townhomes which is listed at $760, while the average apartment in Riverwalk costs $2,507.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverwalk?
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 65 regular apartments in Riverwalk 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 Riverwalk?
Cheap apartments in Riverwalk have an average cost of $435 which is $2,072 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverwalk.
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