Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $500 (25 Rentals)

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April Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

April Woods

262 Chelsea AveMemphis, TN 38107
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The Kendall
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Kendall

1018 N 7th StMemphis, TN 38107
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Looney Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Looney Apartments

693 Looney AveMemphis, TN 38107
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Uptown Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Flats

627 N Main StMemphis, TN 38107
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Uptown, Memphis, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown area of Memphis, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Greenlaw Apartments priced from $750. Uptown Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $760. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenlaw Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$750
Uptown Square ApartmentsStudio - HandicappedStudio,1BA$760
The Drew1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
The Kendall2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$815
Indigo RiverviewPowellStudio,1BA$886

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, TN

As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $0.84 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Bickford Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Legends Park Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Medical District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bickford Square Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.84
Legends Park Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Court Square Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1.78
Grand Island ApartmentsWaterstone1BR,1BA$1.71
Uptown Flats1-A Type B1BR,1BA$1.27
The Drew1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.14
The Kendall2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
Greenlaw Apartments2 bedroom x 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.15
Riverset ApartmentsA1 - Elm1BR,1BA$1.81
Uptown Square ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown, Memphis, TN

Ranked #49

Among cities in Tennessee for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown is at Uptown Square Apartments listed at $760.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment is $800 at The Drew.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown is starting from $750 at Greenlaw Apartments.

What is the most affordable Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bickford Square Apartments and starts from $995.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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