
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South City Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $300 (4 Rentals)
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South City, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South City Studio Apartments | $833 | $833 | $833 |
| South City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $779 | $1,850 |
| South City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $880 | $2,369 |
| South City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $2,390 | $2,390 |
| South City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South City, TN
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South City area is the $0.97 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Linden Yards Apartments in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $880. The second greatest value South City apartment is the The Salzburg, 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Bristol On Union Apartment Homes starting at $1,650 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Medical District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Yards Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Bristol On Union Apartment Homes | The Salzburg, 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Peabody Station Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 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 |
| Azur Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Faulkner Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Pulse Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth City, Memphis, TN
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Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South City?
The cheapest apartment in South City is The Pulse Apartments which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in South City costs $2,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South City?
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 44 regular apartments in South City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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