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$140,468$113 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $104,900 on Dec 27, 2017

1853 DOWNING ST

MEMPHIS, TN 38117
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,246 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$140K
$126K low$155K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$104,900 · Dec 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$941 (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.$34,975 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,975
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,675
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,900

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.23
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.6 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.Cottage
CountySHELBY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 72 ft²Porch · 56 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Willow Oaks Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Overton High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Colonial Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 38117These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.245

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,861
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,739 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,414
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,531
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

1853 Downing 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 93% of homes in Memphis 38117
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Memphis 38117
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Memphis 38117
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Memphis 38117
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Colonial Acres

What homes are worth in Memphis 38117

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

This home
$120K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Memphis 38117.

How it measures up in Memphis 38117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Memphis 38117.

Estimated value$140,468
CheaperTypical $262,400Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,246 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 1853 Downing St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColonial AcresMemphis 38117Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$140,46817% of homes7% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11324% of homes13% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,246 ft²41% of homes23% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac34% of homes23% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than196086% of homes77% of homes32% of homes

About 1853 Downing St

How much is 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN is $140,468 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $125,982 to $154,954. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN last sell?

1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN last sold on Dec 27, 2017 for $104,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN?

1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,246 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN built?

1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN?

1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN is assigned to Willow Oaks Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Overton High School (high), rated D; Colonial Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN compare to other homes in Memphis 38117?

Among the 11,760 homes in Memphis 38117, it is worth more than 7% of them ($140,468 against a typical $262,400), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($113 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,246 ft² against a typical 1,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1960 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 33% 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 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1853 Downing St, Memphis, TN was $941. The county assessed it at $34,975.

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