Welcome to 4440 Barfield Road, an exceptional East Memphis residence set on 1.26 beautifully landscaped acres, where timeless architecture, thoughtful design, and resort-inspired amenities come together in perfect harmony. Offering 4,721 square feet with five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, this meticulously maintained home has been lovingly cared for and thoughtfully enhanced over the years. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring its own dedicated HVAC system, a spa-inspired bath with heated floors and a steam shower, and dual walk-in closets, including one with a private washer and dryer. Designed for effortless entertaining and everyday living, the backyard showcases a heated saltwater pool, lighted pickleball court, and professionally designed landscape lighting that creates a stunning ambiance. Extensive mechanical and system improvements—including four HVAC systems, whole-home audio, Wi-Fi irrigation, updated kitchen appliances, and professional crawlspace encapsulation.
Perkins Waring, located between Poplar Avenue and Park Avenue, is a residential and retail Memphis neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and a well-traveled commercial corridor. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Poplar Ave & Perkins Rd intersection, where coffee counters, long-running eateries, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Local pillars include the Memphis Botanic Garden, the Dixon Gallery & Gardens, and Novel. Streets mix brick colonials with low-slung postwar houses, while mature trees soften wide lots and curving drives. Daily rhythms orbit Poplar’s dining strip and the green calm of nearby gardens. The setting reads polished and practical, with culture and errands sharing the same grid.
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Market insights
4440 Barfield Rd · $1,385,000
DAYS ON MARKET
10 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.3%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,385,000
Median sale price in this area is $269,256. (81% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
26% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Two masonry fireplaces with gas starters, including one in the den/great room
Pull-down attic stairs and attic access
Skylight(s)
Powder/dressing room
Monitored burglar/fire alarm and smoke detectors
9+ ft. ceilings with vaulted/coffered/tray ceiling accents
Smooth ceilings throughout
Hardwood, tile, and marble/terrazzo flooring in areas
Bedrooms
Five bedrooms total, including a primary suite on the main level with walk-in closet, sitting area, built-in cabinets/bookshelves, vaulted/coffered ceiling, and hardwood floor
Two bedrooms on the main level (including primary); three bedrooms upstairs
Bedroom sizes include: Primary 19 x 16; Bedroom 2 16 x 13; Bedroom 3 16 x 13; Bedroom 4 16 x 13; Bedroom 5 14 x 13
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms and one half bath
Primary bathroom with double sinks, separate shower, and tile floor
Multiple renovated and luxury bath features including double vanities and separate tub & shower
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen with island and pantry
Double oven and cooktop
Gas cooking
Microwave, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator, and separate ice maker
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Two or more water heaters (electric and gas)
Flooring
Hardwood throughout primary living areas
Tile and marble/terrazzo in select areas
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling with 3+ systems
Exterior features
Inground pool with pool heater and pool cleaning equipment
Covered patio
Automatic lawn sprinkler
Wood fencing
Some trees, level and professionally landscaped grounds
Home design
Detached single-family home in a traditional style
Two-story residence, existing property
Built in 1955
Parking
Driveway/pad
Back-load and side-load garages
More than three covered parking spaces (3 covered spaces noted)
Gate clickers provided
Security
Burglar alarm, fire alarm, monitored alarm system, smoke detectors
Security gate
Construction
Composition shingle roof
Wood/composition exterior with storm and casement windows
Has termite contract
Utilities
Electric and gas water heaters (2+ total)
Public water and sewer (implied by water & sewer entries)
Electricity and solar
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Memphis Area Association of Realtors(R) MLS #10225629
Jul 8, 2026
Listed
$1,385,000
Public Records
May 3, 2007
Sold
$930,000
Memphis Area Association of Realtors(R) MLS #2629640
Apr 18, 2007
Sold
$935,000
Mar 22, 2006
Listed
$939,000
+5
Total Renovation by Ben Duke on Huge 1.25 acre lot. Impressive Gunite Pool and Spa. Multi recreational court at rear of property. Large light filled rooms. Everything has been redone!! Gourmet granite kit. w/ breakfast room.
Memphis Area Association of Realtors(R) MLS #2605541
Aug 31, 2005
Sold
$575,000
Jul 4, 2005
Listed
$595,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,895 (+6.2%)
$82,950 + $199,650
$282,600
2024
$14,032 (+8.1%)
$82,950 + $199,650
$282,600
2023
$12,980
$82,950 + $130,125
$213,075
2022
$12,980 (−1.2%)
$82,950 + $130,125
$213,075
2021
$13,132 (−6.8%)
$82,950 + $130,125
$213,075
2020
$14,093
$82,950 + $130,125
$213,075
2019
$14,093
$82,950 + $111,550
$194,500
2018
$14,093 (+76.3%)
$82,950 + $111,550
$194,500
2017
$7,994
$82,950 + $111,550
$194,500
2016
$7,990
$82,950 + $111,550
$194,500
2014
$7,990
$69,125 + $113,725
$182,850
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
1.7
Lot width
125 ft.
Lot depth
437 ft.
Lot size
1.26 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,821
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,821
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
055037 00025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 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 109° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Memphis, TN • 38117
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4440 Barfield Rd
$1,331,517
$53K under list price of $1.39M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $560K to $2.0M.