2221 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, 38104
About This Home
Stunning from the start! Welcome to refined Southern elegance in this stately Memphis home overlooking Overton Golf Course. A grand entrance sets the tone for 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full & 3 half baths, and an array of exquisite living spaces—formal living & dining rooms, sunroom, breakfast room, and private office. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is a culinary haven with a walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry, and generous prep space. Outdoors, enjoy a beautifully manicured lawn and dual gated entrances leading to a 3-car garage and a separate guesthouse. The guesthouse features an upstairs apartment and a flexible downstairs space perfect for a recording studio or art studio. This property blends history with creative potential and timeless beauty—a true gem in Midtown Memphis.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Construction materials: Brick Veneer
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Gas Cooktop,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Features: Carpet,Hardwood Floor,Private Full Bath,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Features: Carpet,Hardwood Floor,Shared Bath
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Features: Carpet,Shared Bath
Bedroom5
- Features: Carpet,Shared Bath
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Up,Double Vanity Bath,Half Bath Down,Luxury Primary Bath,Primary Up,Separate Tub & Shower,High Ceilings,Two Story Foyer,Wet Bar,Walk-In Closet(s),Powder/Dressing Room,1/2 Bath,Breakfast Room,Dining Room,Kitchen,Laundry Room,Living Room,Sun Room,2 or More Baths,2nd Bedroom,3rd Bedroom,Primary Bedroom,Storage,Square Feet Source: AutoFill (MAARdata) or Public Records (Cnty Assessor Site)
- Window features: Wood Frames
- Flooring: Brick,Part Carpet,Part Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Decorative,Living Room,In Other Room,Masonry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Attic Access
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 7,842 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Separate Breakfast Room,Washer/Dryer Connections
Living Room
- Features: Separate Living Room
Master Bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity,Separate Shower,Tile Floor,Full Bath
Master Bedroom
- Features: Carpet,Hardwood Floor,Smooth Ceiling,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 028027 00001
Features
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Courtyard
- Fencing: Wrought Iron,Brick/Ironed Fence
Lot
- Lot size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Professionally Landscaped,Well Landscaped Grounds
- Lot size dimensions: 100 x 222
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Circular Driveway,Driveway/Pad,Garage Door Opener,Gated,Garage Faces Side
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,955 | $59,460 |
| Home Insurance | $732 | $8,784 |
| Property Taxes | $792 | $9,504 |
| Electricity | $637 | $7,645 |
| Total | $7,116 | $85,392 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | Price change | $980,000 |
| 2026-02-19 | Price change | $1,100,000 |
| 2025-09-26 | Price change | $1,175,000 |
| 2025-08-02 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000 |
| 2025-05-27 | Listing removed | $1,299,999 |
| 2025-01-07 | Price change | $1,299,999 |
| 2024-02-21 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000 |
| 2024-01-02 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-10-05 | Listed for sale | $1,399,999 |
| 1998-02-02 | Sold | $825,000 |
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