1520 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
- $1,100,000
- 5
- BD
- 3.1
- BA
- List Price
- $1,100,000
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- 10216289
- Price Change
- ▼ $100,000 1780375228
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3.1
- Lot Size
- 135X549
Property Description
*Historic Landmark in Central Gardens * Discover a Memphis treasure—the city’s first home built with steel framing and reinforced concrete, set on the largest lot in Central Gardens. This iconic estate blends historic elegance with modern comfort and architectural significance. Admire the stately presence, natural millwork, vintage stained glass, and unique details, including a garage that once served as the first fire station outside Downtown Memphis. The renovated kitchen opens to a welcoming family room, ideal for gatherings. The main residence features a living room, dining room, sunroom, music room, den, five bedrooms, three and a half baths, a serene primary suite, third-floor playroom, full basement, and attic storage. Enjoy a two-bedroom guesthouse, beautiful pool, and multiple patios and porches. Own a piece of Memphis history in a coveted neighborhood—where timeless style meets everyday living. Finished 3rd floor not included in SF measurement.
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Additional Information
- Acres
- 1.70
- Annual Association Fee
- 75
- Annual City Tax
- 11315
- Annual County Tax
- 12004
- Bedroom Three Description
- Level 2, Shared Bath, Smooth Ceiling
- Bedroom Two Description
- Level 2, Shared Bath, Smooth Ceiling
- Cooling
- Central, 3 or More Systems
- Exterior
- Wrought Iron Security Drs, Porch, Patio, Garage Apartment, Historic District, Courtyard, Well Landscaped Grounds
- Exterior Windows
- Brick Veneer, Wood Window(s), Storm Window(s)
- Fireplace
- Masonry, Decorative Only, In Living Room, In Other Room
- Fireplaces
- 4
- Floors Ceilings
- Wall to Wall Carpet, Part Hardwood, Tile, Smooth Ceiling, 9 or more Ft. Ceiling
- Foundation
- Conventional, Full Basement
- Heating
- Central, 3 or More Systems
- Interior Equipment
- Cooktop, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Legal Subdivision
- Jm Goodbar
- Living Dining Kitchen
- Separate Living Room, Separate Dining Room, Separate Den, Updated/Renovated Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Island In Kitchen, Keeping/Hearth Room
- Lot
- 1
- Lot Description
- Some Trees, Landscaped, Wood Fenced, Iron Fenced
- Lot Size
- 135X549
- Misc Interior
- Rear Stairs to Playroom, Mud Room
- Neighborhood Amenities
- Voluntary
- Office Description
- Level 1, Tile Floor
- Other Rooms
- Laundry Room, Sun Room, Play Room, Separate Guest House, Unfinished Basement, Entry Hall, Loft/Balcony, Attic
- Parking Storage
- Front-Load Garage, Gated Parking
- Pool Description
- In Ground
- Roof
- Composition Shingles, Tile/Slate
- Stories
- 2
- Style
- Traditional
- Subdivision
- CENTRAL GARDENS
- Subtype
- Detached Single Family
- Water Sewer
- Public Water, Public Sewer
- Year Built
- 1910
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