Apartments for Rent in Memphis TN

Memphis is famous for its tasty, juicy, greasy, messy, fall-off-the-bone- Barbeque! The two rivaling local favorites include Charles Vergos' Rendezvous on South 2nd Street and Corky's Ribs and Barbeque, located on Poplar Avenue. Rendezvous is a laid-back hole-in-the-wall joint serving up to-die-for dry ribs, as well as tender, moist brisket, and a slew of delicious sides. Another must-try is the BBQ Nachos- heaps of tortilla chips slathered with cheese sauce and barbeque sauce, and loaded with shredded chicken and pork. Corky's was featured on the Travel Channel for their smoky wet or dry ribs, delicious pulled pork, and infamous hush puppies (Be sure to order extra as these babies go fast!). Corky's also boasts a lively atmosphere, great prices, and delectable desserts like the banana pudding served with vanilla wafers and cake bits- Yum!

Central Gardens is a beautiful and safe Memphis neighborhood. Located near the University of Memphis, Central Gardens boasts charming historic homes with friendly neighbors always wandering about, and a police station right next door. Germantown is another Memphis neighborhood well known for its safety and low occurrence of crime. Some more affordable safe neighborhoods in Memphis include Collierville and Lakeland.

Graceland is probably the most famous attraction in the Memphis area and features Elvis' mansion, grave, and collection of automobiles and airplanes. At the nearby Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, famous musicians sometimes pass through to pick up custom guitars or to play a set at the Gibson Lounge. Built out of the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was fatally shot in 1968, the National Civil Rights Center offers an overview of the civil rights movement in exhibit form. Other museums in Memphis include the Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art, the Ornamental Metal Museum, and the Fire Museum of Memphis.

With a population of close to 650,000, Memphis is a good place for young people. Nearly 11 percent of Memphis residents are between the ages of 18 and 24, while another 16 percent falls between 25 and 34 and 27 percent between 35 and 54, leaving 28 percent under the age of 18 and 18 percent over the age of 55. With plenty of bars and restaurants, as well as a very active music scene that rivals Nashville's, Memphis has a very active nightlife. Compared to the rest of the country, the cost of living in Memphis is 26 percent lower than the US average, making it a good place for young people on a budget. However, be prepared to drive; Memphis is one of the most car-oriented large cities in the country.

The cost of utilities in Memphis 6 percent lower than the average of US. With very hot summers and cool winters, combined average monthly utilities, which amount to about $200 a month, will vary widely depending on the season. Other factors include the size and age of your house, how many members are in your family, and how hot and cool you like to keep your house. Generally, electric will be highest in the summer, while gas will most likely be highest in the winter. Since winters don't get too cold, however, the gas bill shouldn't get too high.