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The Pulse Apartments
57 N Somerville StMemphis, TN 38104
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South City Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $395 (23 Rentals)
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Azur Tower
305 S Bellevue BlvdMemphis, TN 38104
1235 Vinton Ave
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Linden Yards Apartments
707-747 Linden Yard DrMemphis, TN 38126
639 Mississippi Blvd
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1170 Peabody Ave
1170 Peabody AveMemphis, TN 38104
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Faulkner Court Apartments
1034 Court AveMemphis, TN 38104
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321 Pauline St
321 Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104
306 S Lauderdale St
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Medical Center Apartments
1177 Linden AveMemphis, TN 38104
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SoMa 23
23 S Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104
1024 S Wellington St
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487 Williams Ave
487 Williams AveMemphis, TN 38126
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Mason Homes on 4th
900 S 4th StMemphis, TN 38126
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Colonial Apartments
1220 Madison AveMemphis, TN 38104
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Caprice
1259 Harbert AveMemphis, TN 38104
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Pontotoc Gardens
537-539 Pontotoc AveMemphis, TN 38126
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Peabody and Dudley
336 Dudley StMemphis, TN 38104
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Peabody Village
972 Peabody AveMemphis, TN 38104
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1058 Peabody Ave
1058 PeabodyMemphis, TN 38104
1195 Dorothy Pl
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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 | $810 | $634 | $833 |
| South City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $650 | $1,950 |
| South City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $880 | $2,173 |
| South City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $2,390 | $2,415 |
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Cheapest Available South City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South City area of Memphis, TN is a Studio unit found at The Pulse Apartments priced from $634. 487 Williams Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable South City apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pulse Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $634 |
| 487 Williams Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Azur Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Linden Yards Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Peabody and Dudley | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South City, TN
As of September 10, 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 1BR - Large Model at Orleans Station starting at $1,423 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Downtown Memphis 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 |
| Orleans Station | 1BR - Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Forum Flats | 1-C Type B-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Bristol On Union Apartment Homes | The Chatsworth, 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Azur Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Faulkner Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Urban Loft Co. Memphis- Utilties Included | The Urban Loft D | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Pulse Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South City is under $1,400.
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 $979.
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 51 regular apartments in South City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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