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$86,504$71 / 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 64How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

520 SIMPSON AVE

MEMPHIS, TN 38106
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,224 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$87K
$56K low$117K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$256 (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.$13,075 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,675
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$52,300

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.5
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
1
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.0.20
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
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

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.

E
A. B. Hill Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Hamilton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Riverview SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 38106These 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.161
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.141
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.277

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,583
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,124 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,704
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,770
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

520 Simpson Ave 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 87% of homes in Shelby County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in South Memphis
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Shelby County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in South Memphis
  • Older than 83% of homes in Shelby County

What homes are worth in Memphis 38106

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

This home
$26K$155K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Memphis 38106.

How it measures up in Memphis 38106

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Memphis 38106.

Estimated value$86,504
CheaperTypical $74,334Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$71
CheaperTypical $61Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,218 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 520 Simpson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth MemphisMemphis 38106Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$86,50485% of homes67% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7187% of homes66% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²42% of homes51% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac82% of homes72% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than195061% of homes60% of homes17% of homes

About 520 Simpson Ave

How much is 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN is $86,504 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $55,722 to $117,286. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN last sell?

520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN?

520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN built?

520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN?

520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN is assigned to A. B. Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Hamilton High School (high), rated D+; Riverview School (middle), rated F. All sit in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN compare to other homes in Memphis 38106?

Among the 8,827 homes in Memphis 38106, it is worth more than 67% of them ($86,504 against a typical $74,334), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($71 against a typical $61), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,218 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1950 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 13% 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 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Simpson Ave, Memphis, TN was $256. The county assessed it at $13,075.

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