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Owens Place Townhomes
291 E Pontotoc AveMemphis, TN 38126
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $760 (40 Rentals)
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Museum Lofts
138 Huling AveMemphis, TN 38103
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The Chisca
272 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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266 Lofts
266 S Front StMemphis, TN 38103
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280 Vance Flats
280 Vance AveMemphis, TN 38126
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Pressbox Lofts
195 Madison AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Lofts at Union Alley
110 Barboro AlyMemphis, TN 38103
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South Junction Apartments
9 E Carolina AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Downtown Memphis Flats
100 Gayoso AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Number 10 Main
10 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Lofts at Merchant Row
91 S 2nd StMemphis, TN 38103
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The Oliver Luxury Apartments
7 Vance AveMemphis, TN 38103
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South Line at Central Station
9 E Carolina AveMemphis, TN 38103
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The Landing Residences
1 Dr Martin Luther King Jr AveMemphis, TN 38103
156 GE Patterson Ave
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420 S Front St
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Metro67
67 Madison AveMemphis, TN 38103
505 Tennessee St
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Crescent Bluff
25 E Virginia AveMemphis, TN 38106
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Exchange Building
9 N 2nd StMemphis, TN 38103
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W.L.
267 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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South Main Artspace Lofts
138 St. Paul AveMemphis, TN 38126
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Patterson Flats
259 E Butler AveMemphis, TN 38126
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The Washburn
60 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Radio Center Flats
66 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Annex Lofts
345 S Front StMemphis, TN 38103
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Printer's Alley Lofts
347 S Front StMemphis, TN 38103
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Main Street Flats
101 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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Cornerstone Flats
113 S Main StMemphis, TN 38103
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99 Front Apartments
99 S Front StMemphis, TN 38103
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Van Vleet Flats
122 Gayoso AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Pembroke Square Apartments
125 Gayoso AveMemphis, TN 38103
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50 Peabody Place
50 Peabody PlMemphis, TN 38103
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2nd Street Flats
362 S 2nd StMemphis, TN 38103
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Cabinet Shop Lofts
436 S Front StMemphis, TN 38103
129 Talbot Ave
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413 S Main St
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510 City House Ct
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RiverLofts @ 460 Tennessee
460 Tennessee StMemphis, TN 38103
408 S Front St
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South Main, Memphis, TN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Main Studio Apartments | $1,249 | $978 | $1,614 |
| South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $760 | $2,310 |
| South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $945 | $4,958 |
| South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,020 | $2,913 |
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Cheapest Available South Main Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Main area of Memphis, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Owens Place Townhomes priced from $760. Crescent Bluff has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Place Townhomes | 1 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Crescent Bluff | 11A50 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Museum Lofts | The Rock-n-Soul | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 266 Lofts | A1 Phase II | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| South Main Artspace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
| Patterson Flats | 1-B Type B | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
| The Washburn | WAS-A5 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lofts at Union Alley | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,006 |
| Printer's Alley Lofts | PAL-A8 | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, TN
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $1.02 price per square foot PAL-A9 Model at Printer's Alley Lofts in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the B1 Phase II 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 South Main apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Printer's Alley Lofts | PAL-A9 | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 266 Lofts | B1 Phase II | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| South Main Artspace Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Washburn | WAS-A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Number 10 Main | NTM-A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Downtown Memphis Flats | Barboro 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Patterson Flats | 1-A Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Owens Place Townhomes | 1 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 280 Vance Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA) | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Crescent Bluff | 11A50 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Main Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Main?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Main is under $1,009.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Main?
The cheapest apartment in South Main is Owens Place Townhomes which is listed at $760, while the average apartment in South Main costs $1,580.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Main?
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 Main 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 South Main?
Cheap apartments in South Main have an average cost of $755 which is $825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Main.
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