$639,999

185 Alexander St Memphis, TN 38111

$7,600
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
0.2 acres
House

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
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
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: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • 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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185 Alexander St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
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

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,246. Typical income of Memphis, TN residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most 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/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Chico'sChico's
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo
  • InfinitiInfiniti

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Active RockActive 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.

Over 70 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Memphis, TN. In the same period over 263 listings were sold below the listed price and 110 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Memphis, TN increased by 11.3% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $220,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 10 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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