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The Chisca

272 S Main Street, Memphis, TN 381034.5(2 reviews)

Historic hotel turned luxury apartments in the South Main Arts District, where Elvis first appeared on TV at WHBQ radio.

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75

Total units

8

Floors

1913

Year built

2015

Renovated

The building

About The Chisca

The Chisca holds a special place in Memphis music history — it was here in 1954 that Dewey Phillips first played Elvis Presley's 'That's All Right' on WHBQ radio from the hotel's mezzanine studio. Today, this beautifully restored 1913 building offers luxury apartment living in the heart of the South Main Arts District. Units feature high ceilings, contemporary finishes, and large windows flooding spaces with natural light. The building's common areas pay homage to its storied past with vintage photographs and period details. Residents enjoy rooftop views, a fitness center, and the walkable South Main neighborhood at their doorstep.

What you get

Amenities

Rooftop lounge
Fitness center
Historic lobby
Package room
Bike storage
Courtyard
Controlled access

Pet policy

Cats and small dogs welcome. 40 lb weight limit. $400 pet deposit.

Parking

Surface lot parking available. $100/month. Limited availability.

In their words

Resident reviews

4.5(2 reviews)
Living in a piece of Memphis history! The South Main location can't be beat for walkability.
A

Amanda L.

October 2025

Beautiful building with lots of character. Great location for the Art Walk.
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David W.

July 2025

Now leasing

Available units at The Chisca

2 units currently available.

Historic 1BR with Original Details at The Chisca, unit 201
South Main

$1,200/mo

Historic 1BR with Original Details

272 S Main Street, Unit 201

1 bd1 ba680 sqft
Available Mar 1
Sunny 2BR Art District Apartment at The Chisca, unit 305
South Main

$1,650/mo

Sunny 2BR Art District Apartment

272 S Main Street, Unit 305

2 bd1 ba920 sqft
Available Apr 1