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$119,173$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 75How 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

975 FOREST AVE

MEMPHIS, TN 38105
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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

$119K
$90K low$149K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$543 (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.$20,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$80,800

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.4
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.Bungalow
CountySHELBY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Yes
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.Porch · 196 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Caldwell-Guthrie K-8 SchoolD-
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Manassas High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Bruce Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi

District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 38105These 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.180
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.134
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.297

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.86%
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.28%
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.6,288
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,682 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$33,239
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$48,084
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

975 Forest 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 74% of homes in Shelby County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Shelby County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Shelby County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Shelby County

What homes are worth in Memphis 38105

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

This home
$38K$399K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Memphis 38105.

How it measures up in Memphis 38105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Memphis 38105.

Estimated value$119,173
CheaperTypical $110,902Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$71
CheaperTypical $70Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,538 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 975 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMemphis 38105Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,17355% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7151% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²60% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac59% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192032% of homes4% of homes

About 975 Forest Ave

How much is 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN is $119,173 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $89,510 to $148,836. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN last sell?

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

How big is 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN?

975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN built?

975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN?

975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN is assigned to Caldwell-Guthrie K-8 School (middle), rated D-; Manassas High School (high), rated D+; Bruce Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN compare to other homes in Memphis 38105?

Among the 830 homes in Memphis 38105, it is worth more than 55% of them ($119,173 against a typical $110,902), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($71 against a typical $70), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,538 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1920 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 26% 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 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 975 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN was $543. The county assessed it at $20,200.

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