1557 Forest Ave, Memphis, TN 38112

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Sold Price
$230,000
List Price
$244,900
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
10196485
Closing Date
Oct 31, 2025
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Lot Size
50X145

Property Description

NEW PRICE. This delightful 2-bedroom home with office or 3rd bedroom blends classic character with thoughtful updates. Step inside to a spacious living room featuring a charming fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. The formal dining room boasts beautiful built-ins, adding both style and functionality. You'll love the spacious, updated kitchen—ideal for cooking and entertaining. Enjoy mornings on the inviting front porch and unwind on the private patio out back. A storage building offers extra space, and the basement includes laundry and additional room for storage. Located in the heart of Midtown near the Zoo and Crosstown, this home is full of warmth, personality, and timeless appeal.

Additional Information

Acres
0.16
Annual City Tax
1769
Annual County Tax
1877
Apprx Heated SqFt Range
1400-1599
Bedrooms Downstairs
2
Bedroom Three Description
Level 1, Hardwood Floor
Bedroom Two Description
Level 1, Hardwood Floor
Cooling
Central, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Storage Building, Porch, Patio, Sidewalks
Exterior Windows
Brick Veneer, Wood/Composition, Double Pane Window(s), Storm Door(s)
Fireplace
In Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Floors Ceilings
Part Hardwood, Tile, Smooth Ceiling
Foundation
Partial Basement
Heating
Central, Gas
Interior Equipment
Range/Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Cable Wired, Cable Available
Legal Subdivision
Stonewall Addn
Living Dining Kitchen
Separate Living Room, Separate Dining Room, Updated/Renovated Kitchen, Washer/Dryer Connections
Lot
76
Lot Description
Some Trees, Landscaped, Wood Fenced
Lot Size
50X145
Misc Interior
Permanent Attic Stairs, Security System, Monitored Alarm
Neighborhood Amenities
None
New Financing
Conventional, FHA, VA
Office Description
Level 1, Hardwood Floor
Other Rooms
Laundry Room, Office/Sewing Room, Unfinished Basement, Attic
Parking Storage
Driveway/Pad
Roof
Composition Shingles
Stories
1
Style
Bungalow
Subdivision
EVERGREEN
Subtype
Detached Single Family
Water Sewer
Gas Water Heater, Public Water, Public Sewer
Year Built
1920

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Listing courtesy of NextHome Cornerstone Realty. Selling Office: Marx-Bensdorf, REALTORS.

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