#10201024, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty
Property details
About 3179 Cowden Ave
This is an absolutely charming storybook home. Its been lovingly renovated and meticulously maintained over the past 8 years and now it's time to find the next good steward. This is a light, bright space and the current owner has spared no expense making thoughtful renovations throughout: the kitchen has been opened up and modernized with new cabinetry, granite countertops, pantry storage, and a gas range; the primary en suite has been reconfigured to create an enviable bathroom with double sinks and a walk-in closet; and many other investments including a new roof and gutters (2018), garage roof and gutters (2020), new motorized driveway gate (2020), all new HVAC (2020), exterior paint (2021), and brand new washer and dryer (2024). And this isn't even an exhaustive list! You'll be hard pressed to find a better maintained property. The surrounding Joffre neighborhood is celebrated for its walkability, proximity to the University of Memphis, and easy navigation to the rest of the city.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1945
ParkingDriveway/Pad,Garage Door Opener(s),Front-Load Garage,Gated Parking,Gate Clickers
MLS #10201152
FireplaceMasonry, In Den/Great Room
ViewOther
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Range, Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring Type: Hardwood Throughout, Part Carpet, Smooth Ceiling, 9 or more Ft. Ceiling, Vaulted/Coff/Tray Ceiling
- Interior: All Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Security System
- Fireplace: Masonry, In Den/Great Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway/Pad,Garage Door Opener(s),Front-Load Garage,Gated Parking,Gate Clickers
- View: Other
- Exterior: Wrought Iron Security Drs, Patio, Deck, Well Landscaped Grounds, Wood Fence
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $354,900
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,072
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Few Trees, Landscaped, Fencing
- Directions: From Central Ave: north on S Greer St, left on Cowden. Home will be ahead on your left, directly across from Marne.
- Year Built: 1945
- Stories: 1
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 10201152
- Office Name: Marx-Bensdorf, REALTORS
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 09, 2017 | Home Sold | $215,000 |
| Jul 02, 2008 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
| Jun 20, 2002 | Home Sold | $165,000 |
| Dec 06, 1999 | Home Sold | $129,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $66,850 | $4,072 |
| 2023 | $66,850 | $4,072 |
| 2022 | $66,850 | $4,120 |
| 2021 | $66,850 | $4,120 |
| 2020 | $50,950 | $3,691 |
| 2019 | $50,950 | $3,691 |
| 2018 | $50,950 | $1,875 |
| 2017 | $45,625 | $1,828 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Arrow Academy of Excellence
Public Charter KG-5
0.8 mi
•645 Semmes St
3
Cornerstone Preparatory - Lester Campus
Public Charter PK-5
1.2 mi
•320 Carpenter St
10
Campus Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•535 Zach Curlin
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. Most Memphis, TN residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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 3179 Cowden Ave
The listing price of 3179 Cowden Ave property is $354,900.
The property 3179 Cowden Ave is a house located in Memphis, Tennessee, 38111.
Sale Pending: 3179 Cowden Ave is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 3179 Cowden Ave are: Arrow Academy of Excellence (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cornerstone Preparatory - Lester Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Campus Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Lester Prep Academy (ASD) (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Maxine Smith Steam Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Compass Community School Binghampton Campus (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), 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 $4,072 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 9, 2017 for $215,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3179 Cowden Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 3179 Cowden Ave is 1945.
This home is located at 3179 Cowden Ave in Memphis, TN and zip code 38111 in the Joffre Area neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $354,900.
Over 73 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Memphis, TN. In the same period over 219 listings were sold below the listed price and 107 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Memphis, TN increased by 11.9% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 35 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $224,900.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.