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Rental Market Trends in Memphis, TN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Memphis, TN is $1,042/month.

Rent in Memphis is 37% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,042/month

Average Rent

708 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.6%

Change / Year

8,116

Available Apartments

Memphis rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Memphis average $950 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Memphis average $1,042 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Memphis average $1,088 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Memphis average $1,293 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$950/month
486 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,042/month
708 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,088/month
979 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,293/month
1,286 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$906/month
488 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,133/month
807 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,537/month
1,236 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,034/month
1,847 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,104/month
522 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,041/month
1,109 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,259/month
1,155 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$927/month
766 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,128/month
690 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,614/month
1,387 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,204/month
2,013 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Memphis, TN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $7 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Memphis, TN

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Memphis, TN
Percentage*
Rent Range
21% Below $700/month
41% $700 - $1,000/month
29% $1,001 - $1,500/month
7% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Memphis?

Based on current rent prices, Hyde Park, Whitehaven and Parkway Village are the most affordable neighborhoods in Memphis.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Hyde Park
$698/month
647 Sq Ft
Whitehaven
$726/month
652 Sq Ft
Parkway Village
$754/month
713 Sq Ft
Raleigh
$767/month
712 Sq Ft
Berclair
$772/month
724 Sq Ft
Winchester Park
$832/month
584 Sq Ft
Fox Meadows
$850/month
744 Sq Ft
Hickory Hill
$893/month
703 Sq Ft
Audubon Park
$896/month
546 Sq Ft
Chickasaw Gardens
$915/month
561 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Memphis?

Based on current rent prices, Cotton Row Historic District, Frayser and Mud Island are the most expensive neighborhoods in Memphis.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Cotton Row Historic District
$1,612/month
697 Sq Ft
Frayser
$1,511/month
820 Sq Ft
Mud Island
$1,497/month
791 Sq Ft
Harbor Town
$1,480/month
796 Sq Ft
Riverwalk
$1,476/month
747 Sq Ft
South Main
$1,468/month
730 Sq Ft
South Bluffs
$1,449/month
818 Sq Ft
Edge District
$1,389/month
737 Sq Ft
Downtown Memphis
$1,272/month
709 Sq Ft
Uptown Memphis
$1,242/month
641 Sq Ft

Which Memphis neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Memphis with the most apartments available are Midtown Memphis, Northeast Memphis and Hickory Hill .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Midtown Memphis
$1,147/month
683 Sq Ft
Northeast Memphis
$1,236/month
783 Sq Ft
Hickory Hill
$893/month
703 Sq Ft
Downtown Memphis
$1,272/month
709 Sq Ft
East Memphis
$988/month
565 Sq Ft
Audubon Park
$896/month
546 Sq Ft
Chickasaw Gardens
$915/month
561 Sq Ft
Medical District
$965/month
594 Sq Ft
North Memphis
$1,037/month
633 Sq Ft
Parkway Village
$754/month
713 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Memphis, TN?

Because the average rent in Memphis is $1,042, you’ll want to make about $3,473 per month or $41,676 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Memphis, TN is 10.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Memphis is 16.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $950 - $1,293. You can expect to pay 1.5% less for groceries, 15.9% less for utilities, and 13.6% less for transportation.

City

Memphis, TN

8,116 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Memphis, TN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Memphis, TN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Hyde Park

Memphis, TN

Cotton Row Historic District

Memphis, TN

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$622/month
-
Two Bedroom
$723/month
-
Three Bedroom
$431/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Germantown

    Germantown

    Avg Rent: $1,713/month

  • Bartlett

    Bartlett

    Avg Rent: $1,447/month

  • Cordova

    Cordova

    Avg Rent: $1,193/month

  • Southaven

    Southaven

    Avg Rent: $1,351/month

  • Horn Lake

    Horn Lake

    Avg Rent: $1,220/month

  • West Memphis

    West Memphis

    Avg Rent: $664/month

  • Olive Branch

    Olive Branch

    Avg Rent: $1,380/month

  • Marion

    Marion

    Avg Rent: $890/month

  • Millington

    Millington

    Avg Rent: $1,114/month

Apartment Communities in Memphis We Think You'll Love

Fieldstone

Fieldstone

3333 Hacks Cross Rd,
Memphis, TN 38125

1-3 Beds | $1,189 - $2,325

Urban Loft Co. Memphis- Utilties Included

Urban Loft Co. Memphis- Utilties Included

440 Monroe Ave,
Memphis, TN 38103

1 Bed | $1,400 - $1,950

The Grove Germantown Apartments

The Grove Germantown Apartments

7865 Grove Ct W,
Germantown, TN 38138

1-3 Beds | $1,399 - $2,711

Orleans Station

Orleans Station

694 Madison Ave,
Memphis, TN 38103

1 Bed | $1,403 - $1,628

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Memphis?

The average rent in Memphis is $1,042 per month, which is 37.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Memphis?

The average rent for a house in Memphis, TN is $1,537 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Memphis?

The average rent for a townhome in Memphis, TN is $1,128 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Memphis?

The average rent for a condo in Memphis, TN is $1,104 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Memphis?

Rents in Memphis, TN are increasing, with prices up 0.6% year-over-year and $7 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Memphis?

In Memphis, TN, 41% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Tennessee Memphis Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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