
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South City Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $300 (27 Rentals)
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1277 Carr Ave

Azur Tower

1235 Vinton Ave

Linden Yards Apartments

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280 Vance Flats

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487 Williams Ave

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1058 Peabody Ave

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 | $788 | $634 | $833 |
| South City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $650 | $1,950 |
| South City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $880 | $2,138 |
| South City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $2,235 | $2,415 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South City Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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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 $750. 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 | $750 |
| Azur Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Linden Yards Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Peabody Village | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Faulkner Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Forum Flats | 1-C Type B-60% | 1BR,1BA | $973 |
| Bristol On Union Apartment Homes | The Chatsworth, 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Urban Loft Co. Memphis- Utilties Included | The Urban Loft A | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South City, TN
As of July 27, 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 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Peabody Village starting at $895 with a $1.08 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 |
| Peabody Village | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Forum Flats | 1-C Type B-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Azur Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Bristol On Union Apartment Homes | The Williamsburg, 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 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 $2,255.
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 29 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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