
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Memphis, TN from $300 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University District area of Memphis.


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University District, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University District Studio Apartments | $1,197 | $1,015 | $1,395 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $750 | $1,638 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,243 | $750 | $1,850 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $755 | $2,370 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $599 | $1,775 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Memphis, TN is a 4 Beds unit found at Yugo Memphis Southern priced from $599. Tillman Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yugo Memphis Southern | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Tillman Cove | 1-A TYPE B 70% | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Den Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Greenline Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Tower at Kent | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Silver | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, TN
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Greenline Apartments in the in the East Memphis neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 2-G TYPE B 60% BDC Model at Tillman Cove starting at $1,850 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the East Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenline Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Tillman Cove | 2-G TYPE B 60% BDC | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Nine | 2Bed / 2Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Kiwi Goji | Goji 1x1 Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Yugo Memphis Southern | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Plus | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Tower at Kent | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Den Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Highland Row | Hines | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
| The Annex of Memphis | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
| Monarch on Highland | MHLA1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University District is under $1,424.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is Tillman Cove which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in University District costs $8,054.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?
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 54 regular apartments in University District 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 University District?
Cheap apartments in University District have an average cost of $1,132 which is $6,922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
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