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property at 6103 Yorkhill Dr

$700 - $900

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$700 - $900
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 29

6103 Yorkhill Dr

BartlettTN38135

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property at 128 Stonewall St

$765

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$765
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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128 Stonewall St, Unit 7

128 Stonewall St
MemphisTN38104

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Cheapest Available Shelby County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby County, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at Longview Gardens in the South Memphis neighborhood priced from $495. 165 N Merton in the East Memphis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Longview Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$495
165 N Merton1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$550
The Residences at LakeviewStudioStudio,1BA$581
Yugo Memphis Southern4 Bed, 4 Bath Classic4BR,4BA$599
Emerald Ridge1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$599
Monarch on HighlandMHLA11BR,1BA$600
Longview Heights2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$611
Creekside Meadows1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$617
Springdale Creek Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Pinetree Place Apartments2 Bedroom Basic Remodel2BR,1BA$625

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, TN

As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $0.36 price per square foot Private Room Model at 1791 Whitman Rd in the in the South Memphis neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the Entire home 4 Bedrooms 4 Baths Model at Student Lofts at Brister starting at $695 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the East Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1791 Whitman RdPrivate Room5BR,1BA$0.36
Student Lofts at BristerEntire home 4 Bedrooms 4 Baths1BR,1BA$0.38
Emerald Square4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom4BR,2.5BA$0.75
Emerald Pointe3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom3BR,2.5BA$0.70
FairwayTwo Bedroom Townhome w/Stairs2BR,1.5BA$0.60
Shadowbrook Townhomes2 Bedroom w/ Den2BR,1.5BA$0.69
High Point Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.77
Valley ForgeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.80
Longview Heights2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.78
Longview Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.63

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby County

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby County?

There are currently 1754 Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, TN with pricing that ranges from $495 to $7,990. There are also 1409 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby County ranging from $495 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby County ranges from $495 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,951.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shelby County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shelby County range from $737 to $6,293, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $795 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $650.

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.