3896 Paula Dr, Memphis, TN, 38116
About This Home
Timeless craftsmanship meets endless potential in this spacious 4BR/2BA home offering 2,667 sq. ft. Features include two bedrooms downstairs and two upstairs, beautiful hardwood floors, elegant pocket doors, marble window ledges throughout, and a stunning broken mosaic entry. The oversized den boasts a striking brick fireplace and opens seamlessly to the kitchen—a floor plan well ahead of its time—while triple French doors create an inviting space for entertaining. The spacious laundry room with utility sink offers the opportunity to create a true private primary bath, and the attached office could easily become a generous walk-in closet. A 2-car carport, storage shed, and abundant storage add everyday convenience. Rich in character and architectural details rarely found today, this home offers an incredible opportunity to restore and personalize. Will go FHA may need minimum repairs. Some images are virtually staged to show design potential
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Materials
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Construction materials: Brick Veneer,Wood/Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Cooktop,Range/Oven
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Features: Carpet,Hardwood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 156
Bedroom3
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
Bedroom4
- Features: Carpet,Hardwood Floor,Shared Bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Den
- Area: 208
Dining Room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
- Area: 132
Features
- 1 or More BR Down,Full Bath Down,Primary Down,Textured Ceiling,1 Bath,2nd Bedroom,Den/Great Room,Dining Room,Kitchen,Laundry Room,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,1 Bath,2nd Bedroom,3rd Bedroom,Square Feet Source: Appraisal
- Window features: Wood Frames
- Flooring: Part Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors,In Den/Great Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Walk-In
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,667 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen,W/D Connection in Kitchen,Washer/Dryer Connections
- Area: 156
Living Room
- Features: LR/DR Combination,Separate Den,Separate Living Room
- Area: 247
Master Bathroom
- Features: Tile Floor,Full Bath
Master Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Office
- Area: 54
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 078062 00019
- Other equipment: Intercom
Features
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
Lot
- Lot size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Some Trees
- Lot size dimensions: 129 x 145
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway/Pad,More than 3 Coverd Spaces,Storage
- Covered spaces: 4
- 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
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Earthquake
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 | $1,147 | $13,764 |
| Home Insurance | $329 | $3,948 |
| Property Taxes | $183 | $2,196 |
| Electricity | $216 | $2,600 |
| Total | $1,875 | $22,500 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Pending sale | $190,000 |
| 2026-08-05 | Price change | $190,000 |
| 2026-07-28 | Price change | $227,000 |
| 2026-07-01 | Listed for sale | $229,000 |
| 2003-02-12 | Sold | $140,000 |
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