
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Shelby County Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $400 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southern Shelby County area of Memphis.


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Southern Shelby County, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Shelby County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Shelby County Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $790 | $1,559 |
| Southern Shelby County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $599 | $2,342 |
| Southern Shelby County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $799 | $2,984 |
| Southern Shelby County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $849 | $3,411 |
| Southern Shelby County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,895 | $1,895 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southern Shelby County Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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Cheapest Available Southern Shelby County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Shelby County area of Memphis, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Emerald Ridge-New priced from $599. Windsor Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Southern Shelby County apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Ridge-New | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Windsor Place | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Emerald Park-New | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Pinebrook Pointe-New | 1 Bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| The Residence Village Green | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Stone Ridge at Germantown Falls | Studio | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| The District Apartments | Uptown - 1 Bed, 1 Bath Studio | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Bowery | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $816 |
| Shadowbrook Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Basic | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| Hickory Farms | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Shelby County, TN
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Shelby County area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom Model at Emerald Pointe-New in the in the Oakhaven neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Southern Shelby County apartment is the 2 Bedroom w/ Den Model at Shadowbrook Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.69 price per square foot in the Oakhaven neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Pointe-New | 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.70 |
| Shadowbrook Townhomes | 2 Bedroom w/ Den | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.69 |
| Ridgeway Pines | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| Cedar Run Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Twin Oaks | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom TH | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Emerald Park-New | 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Ridgewyck Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Emerald Ridge-New | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Windsor Place | 1X1T | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Shelby County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southern Shelby County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southern Shelby County is at Stone Ridge at Germantown Falls listed at $790.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Shelby County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Shelby County Apartment is $599 at Emerald Ridge-New.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Shelby County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Shelby County is starting from $795 at Windsor Place.
What is the most affordable Southern Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southern Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emerald Ridge-New and starts from $849.
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