#10194430, Listing office: Sowell, Realtors
Property details
About 185 Alexander St
Fully renovated 4bd/3.5ba East Memphis home with a rare open floor plan and a private saltwater pool. Zoned to top rated schools, this light-filled home welcomes you with natural sunlight streaming through to picture windows that frame the dining area and offers views straight to the backyard. Just beyond the foyer, enjoy a sunny breakfast nook and inviting living room that flows into an open concept, kitchen, and then family room- perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite is located downstairs along with it’s full spa-like restroom, another half bath, and an additional full bath that serves the pool area with convenient outdoor access. Upstairs features 3 bedrooms and one full bath, ideal for kids, guest, or office space. Outside your private retreat awaits, including a saltwater pool with safety fence, newly installed French drain, turf lawn, patio fire pit, and a new shed. Major system updates include HVAC, plumbing and encapsulated crawlspace.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1941
ParkingDriveway/Pad,Circular Drive
MLS #10196860
FireplaceIn Den/Great Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range, Oven, Cooktop, Gas Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Part Hardwood, Part Carpet, Tile, Smooth Ceiling
- Interior: Smoke Detector(s), Vent Hood/Exhaust Fan
- Fireplace: In Den/Great Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Driveway/Pad,Circular Drive
- Exterior: Well Landscaped Grounds, Brick or Stone Fence, Wood Fence
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- List Price: $639,999
- HOA Amount: $0 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,172
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Few Trees, Landscaped, Fencing
- Directions: Go south on Alexander from Poplar. The house is on the southwest corner of Alexander and Joffre.
- Year Built: 1941
- Stories: 2
- Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
- MLS Number: 10196860
- Office Name: Myers Cobb Realtors, LLC
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2022 | Home Sold | $630,000 |
| Apr 14, 2021 | Home Sold | $280,000 |
| Jun 16, 2006 | Home Sold | $235,000 |
| Oct 10, 2002 | Home Sold | $200,000 |
| Jun 16, 1999 | Home Sold | $169,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $150,575 | $9,172 |
| 2023 | $150,575 | $9,172 |
| 2022 | $79,750 | $4,915 |
| 2021 | $79,750 | $4,915 |
| 2020 | $68,325 | $4,950 |
| 2019 | $68,325 | $4,950 |
| 2018 | $68,325 | $2,808 |
| 2017 | $68,325 | $2,443 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Arrow Academy of Excellence
Public Charter KG-5
1.0 mi
•645 Semmes St
10
Campus Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•535 Zach Curlin
3
Cornerstone Preparatory - Lester Campus
Public Charter PK-5
1.2 mi
•320 Carpenter St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,246. The most common annual income of people living in Memphis, TN is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
11%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
10%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
64%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Symphony or Opera
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Chico's
New York & Company
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Boston Market
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Volvo
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Talk/Personality
Active Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 185 Alexander St
The listing price of 185 Alexander St property is $639,999.
The property 185 Alexander St is a house located in Memphis, Tennessee, 38111.
Active Listing: 185 Alexander St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 185 Alexander St are: Arrow Academy of Excellence (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Campus Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Cornerstone Preparatory - Lester Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lester Prep Academy (ASD) (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Maxine Smith Steam Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Compass Community School Berclair Campus (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Melrose High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Middle College High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $9,172 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 28, 2022 for $630,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 185 Alexander St has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 185 Alexander St is 1941.
This home is located at 185 Alexander St in Memphis, TN and zip code 38111 in the Joffre Area neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $639,999.
Memphis, TN housing market in June 2025 saw over 73 listings sold above listed price, more than 107 sold at listed price and over 219 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Memphis, TN between May and June 2025 increased by 11.9%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $224,900, while the average time on the real estate market was 35 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.