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$168,577$72 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $94,000 on Sep 13, 2004

4970 WHITWORTH ST

MEMPHIS, TN 38116
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,329 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$169K
$147K low$190K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$94,000 · Sep 13, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,092 (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.$40,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,875
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,725
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,400

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.15
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
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.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 368 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Havenview Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Whitehaven High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Holmes Road Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 38116These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.137
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.241

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,574
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,008 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,371
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,242
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

4970 Whitworth 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 more than 75% of homes in Whitehaven
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Shelby County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Whitehaven
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Whitehaven

What homes are worth in Memphis 38116

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

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$70K$270K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Memphis 38116.

How it measures up in Memphis 38116

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Memphis 38116.

Estimated value$168,577
CheaperTypical $152,648Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$72
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,329 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,678 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 4970 Whitworth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhitehavenMemphis 38116Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,57775% of homes67% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7221% of homes22% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,329 ft²83% of homes78% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac42% of homes38% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than197694% of homes93% of homes53% of homes

About 4970 Whitworth St

How much is 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN is $168,577 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $147,401 to $189,753. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN last sell?

4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN last sold on Sep 13, 2004 for $94,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN?

4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,329 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN built?

4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN?

4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN is assigned to Havenview Middle School (middle), rated F; Whitehaven High School (high), rated B+; Holmes Road Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN compare to other homes in Memphis 38116?

Among the 9,544 homes in Memphis 38116, it is worth more than 67% of them ($168,577 against a typical $152,648), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($72 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,329 ft² against a typical 1,678 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1976 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 41% 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 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4970 Whitworth St, Memphis, TN was $1,092. The county assessed it at $40,600.

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