Memphis

Known worldwide as the home of the blues, Elvis’ Graceland, and birthplace of rock ’n’ roll, Memphis sits along the Mississippi River across a varied landscape that spans 302.6 square miles in southwest Tennessee. Founded in 1819, it has a median age of 34.2 (2022). The city’s economy is mostly driven by retail, education, manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation and warehousing.

Mid-Century Modern homes are popular in Memphis, where the typical home value is $158,139, up 17.8% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Annual events, such as the Beale Street Music Festival, International Week, and the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, enhance the city’s appeal.

Major highways in the area include interstate highways 22, 40, 55, 240 and 269, and State Route 385. I-40 offers proximity to the Jackson/Berclair area, which consists of working-class neighborhoods, as well as large, historic homes on sprawling green lots. To the northwest is Frayser, which offers various housing options amid rich, hilly terrain covered by large trees. East Memphis is an area for family fun, complete with playgrounds, and opportunities for boating, hiking, and horseback riding.

As the second-largest city in Tennessee and one of the most hospitable cities in the U.S., Memphis is packed with an incredible music scene, delicious BBQ, top-rated universities, and a growing job market.