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$104,962$58 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $56,000 on Jun 12, 1998

1280 SEMMES ST

MEMPHIS, TN 38111
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,797 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$105K
$92K low$118K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$56,000 · Jun 12, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$794 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$29,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,575
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.24
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountySHELBY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 240 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Cherokee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Melrose High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Sherwood Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 38111These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.254

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,924
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,018 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,467
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,491
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

1280 Semmes St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Shelby County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Memphis 38111
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Cherokee
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Cherokee
  • Older than 94% of homes in Cherokee

What homes are worth in Memphis 38111

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$49K$893K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Memphis 38111.

How it measures up in Memphis 38111

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Memphis 38111.

Estimated value$104,962
CheaperTypical $124,897Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$58
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,797 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,338 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 1280 Semmes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCherokeeMemphis 38111Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$104,96253% of homes36% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5815% of homes7% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,797 ft²78% of homes74% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac92% of homes87% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than19476% of homes40% of homes13% of homes

About 1280 Semmes St

How much is 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN is $104,962 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $91,719 to $118,205. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN last sell?

1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN last sold on Jun 12, 1998 for $56,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN?

1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,797 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN built?

1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN?

1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN is assigned to Cherokee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Melrose High School (high), rated D+; Sherwood Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN compare to other homes in Memphis 38111?

Among the 14,332 homes in Memphis 38111, it is worth more than 36% of them ($104,962 against a typical $124,897), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($58 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,797 ft² against a typical 1,338 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1947 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 21% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1280 Semmes St, Memphis, TN was $794. The county assessed it at $29,500.

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