Rare opportunity to own 5 acres in Memphis! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers endless possibilities for those seeking privacy, room to expand, or the opportunity to build a custom dream home (subject to applicable approvals). Whether you're dreaming of creating your own private estate, enjoying room to garden and entertain, or simply embracing the peace and serenity of country-style living within the city, this property provides all of this and more. Enjoy the peaceful setting while remaining conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major highways. Perhaps you're seeking a private homestead, future homesite, or land investment. This unique property offers space, flexibility, and tremendous potential. Don't miss out! Schedule your tour today! The home and land are being sold as-is. This property is not for rent.
Springhill Community Civic Club, located between I-240 and Poplar Avenue, is a residential and suburban Memphis neighborhood with curving streets and mature tree cover. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Poplar Avenue corridor near Ridgeway Road, where office parks, local eateries, and steady commuter traffic set a polished, weekday rhythm. Housing trends toward mid-century ranches and later brick builds on generous lots, with a quiet, inward-facing street pattern. Daily routines often orbit nearby green space and the retail spine along Poplar. Cultural touchpoints sit close by at the Memphis Botanic Garden and the Dixon Gallery & Gardens. The feel is orderly and low-key, with most activity flowing to the main arterials.
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Offer insights
3524 James Rd · $170,000
$170K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $170K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
43 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.7%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
One-story home
Hardwood throughout
Sprayed ceilings
Living room fireplace
Five total rooms
Floor plan includes living room, separate dining room, kitchen, master bedroom, second bedroom, sun room, and one bathroom
All bedrooms on the main level
Bedrooms
Two bedrooms total
Primary bedroom with hardwood floor (Level 1)
Primary bedroom dimensions approximately 14 x 2
Second bedroom approximately 12 x 12 (Level 1)
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen present (approx. 16 x 15)
Flooring
Hardwood floors throughout
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Exterior features
Covered patio
Wooded lot
Home design
Detached single-family home
Traditional style
Built in 1932
Parking
Circular drive
Construction
Brick veneer and wood/composition exterior
Slab foundation
Utilities
Central heating and cooling
Electricity and solar
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Memphis Area Association of Realtors(R) MLS #10226217
Jul 16, 2026
Listed
$170,000
Memphis Area Association of Realtors(R) MLS #2
Jun 6, 2025
Price Changed
$185,000
Memphis Area Association of Realtors(R) MLS #1
Mar 21, 2023
Price Changed
$200,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,514 (−9.7%)
$8,775 + $19,950
$28,725
2024
$1,676 (+8.1%)
$8,775 + $19,950
$28,725
2023
$1,550
$7,850 + $17,600
$25,450
2022
$1,550 (−1.2%)
$7,850 + $17,600
$25,450
2021
$1,569 (+33.6%)
$7,850 + $17,600
$25,450
2020
$1,174
$7,850 + $17,600
$25,450
2019
$1,174
$7,850 + $8,350
$16,200
2018
$1,174 (+76.3%)
$7,850 + $8,350
$16,200
2017
$666 (−2.2%)
$7,850 + $8,350
$16,200
2016
$681
$7,850 + $8,350
$16,200
2014
$681
$7,850 + $7,750
$15,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
331 ft.
Lot depth
633 ft.
Lot size
4.95 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,367
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,367
Year built
1932
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
083020 00023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2026.
R-10
Residential Single-Family-10 District
The single-family residential districts are intended to accommodate one single-family detached principal dwelling unit per lot. These districts should be applied in areas where the land-use pattern is predominately single-family residential or where such a land use pattern is desired in the future. 5 single-family residential districts are established-R-10 which are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area and setback requirements.; New R-10 districts are generally located at least 1,500 to 2,000 ft from a CMU-1, CMU-2, CMU-3 or CBD district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Memphis, TN • 38128
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3524 James Rd
$165,922
$4,078 under list price of $170K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $115K to $215K.