Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South City Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $300 (20 Rentals)

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321 Pauline St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

321 Pauline St

321 Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104
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SoMa 23
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SoMa 23

23 S Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104
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Caprice
2 Bedroom Apartments

Caprice

1259 Harbert AveMemphis, TN 38104
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Pontotoc Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pontotoc Gardens

537-539 Pontotoc AveMemphis, TN 38126
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Forum Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forum Flats

441 E Pontotoc AveMemphis, TN 38126
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South City, Memphis, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available South City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South City area of Memphis, TN is a Studio unit found at SoMa 23 priced from $650. Linden Yards Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable South City apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoMa 23Studio SmallStudio,1BA$650
Linden Yards ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$880
Peabody Village2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$895
Azur TowerThe Rock 'n Roll - Renovated1BR,1BA$925
Uptown Square Apartments1 Bedroom - Urban1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South City, TN

As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South City area is the $0.85 price per square foot 1229 Vinton Ave Model at 1229 Vinton Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Medical District neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value South City apartment is the 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom 3-A Type B-60%-PBV Model at Forum Flats starting at $1,215 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1229 Vinton Ave, Unit 11229 Vinton Ave2BR,1BA$0.85
Forum Flats3 Bedroom Two Bathroom 3-A Type B-60%-PBV3BR,2BA$1.02
Court Square Apartments2 BR2BR,2BA$1.61
Linden Yards ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
The Melrose MidtownThe Dagny1BR,1BA$1.87
Uptown Square Apartments2 Bedroom - Elvis Building2BR,1BA$1.45
Bristol On Union Apartment HomesThe Medici Studio, 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.95
280 Vance Flats1 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit 1A (ADA)1BR,1BA$1.44
Azur TowerThe Rhythm- Renovated1BR,1BA$1.48
IrisOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South City, Memphis, TN

Ranked #59

Among neighborhoods in Memphis, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South City Neighborhood in Memphis, TN

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South City is at SoMa 23 listed at $650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South City Apartment is $695 at SoMa 23.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South City is starting from $880 at Linden Yards Apartments.

What is the most affordable South City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Linden Yards Apartments and starts from $975.

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