
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Memphis, AR from $500 (61 Rentals)
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Barton Court Apartments

Meadows West Memphis

Bent Creek Apartments

741 N 18th St

Memphis Urban Apartments

Westview Apartments

Pecan Grove

Belvedere Apartments

Riverbend Apartments
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Forrest Park and Avalon Apartments

New Frontier

The Ridge at West Memphis

Villas of West Memphis

Broadway Terrace

Rainer Village

Frisco Park

Holiday Townhouses

323 N Center Dr

12 S Cove
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162 Poplar Lake Dr

64 Maple Lake Cove

Owens Place Townhomes

Greenways at Marion

206 Sycamore Lake Dr

Indigo Riverview

57 Lakeshore Dr

43 Cedar Lake Dr

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The Chisca

National Rose Co.
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Number 10 Main

266 Lofts

Museum Lofts

Lofts at Union Alley

Downtown Memphis Flats

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The Landing Residences

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The Marine Residence

The Oliver Luxury Apartments

South Line at Central Station

Arbors Harbor Town
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South Bluffs Apartments

South Junction Apartments

The Fairways at Marion I/II/III

2001 Farrington St

2066 Farrington St

The Washburn

Annex Lofts

Angelo's Grove

2100 Riverside Blvd

Printer's Alley Lofts
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West Memphis, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Memphis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Memphis Studio Apartments | $1,202 | $952 | $1,614 |
| West Memphis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $760 | $2,295 |
| West Memphis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $750 | $5,900 |
| West Memphis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $850 | $3,072 |
| West Memphis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $725 | $1,150 |
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Cheapest Available West Memphis Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Memphis, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Owens Place Townhomes in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood priced from $760. Greenways at Marion has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Memphis apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Place Townhomes | 1 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Greenways at Marion | The Mulligan | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Barton Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bent Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Indigo Riverview | Powell | Studio,1BA | $851 |
| 266 Lofts | A1 Phase II | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Museum Lofts | The Stax | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Washburn | WAS-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Downtown Memphis Flats | Barboro 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Chisca | A4c | Studio,1BA | $1,151 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Memphis, AR and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Memphis area is the $1.36 price per square foot Floor Plan A Model at Lofts at Merchant Row in the in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value West Memphis apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Barton Court Apartments starting at $800 with a $0.76 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Memphis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Merchant Row | Floor Plan A | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Barton Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 266 Lofts | B1 Phase II | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Bent Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| South Junction Apartments | The Trailblazer | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Museum Lofts | The Delta | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Downtown Memphis Flats | Barboro 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Greenways at Marion | The Fairway (Plus) | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Washburn | WAS-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Owens Place Townhomes | 1 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Memphis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Memphis?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Memphis is at Indigo Riverview listed at $851.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Memphis Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Memphis Apartment is $760 at Owens Place Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Memphis Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Memphis is starting from $800 at Barton Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Memphis Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Memphis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Owens Place Townhomes and starts from $1,020.
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