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1520 Central AveMemphis, TN 38104

JM GOODBAR · Shelby County

$995,000List price
5Beds
3.5Baths
6,555Sq Ft
1910Year built
1.70Acre lot
3Garage
2Stories
3 weeks agoOn market

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.

Property Information

Property type
Residential
Sub-type
Single Family Residence
Style
Traditional
Year built
1910
Stories
2
Building area
6,555 Sq Ft
Lot size
1.70 acres
Garage spaces
3
Parking spaces
3
Days on market
24
MLS® Listing#
10232073

Property Features

Interior
Breakfast Bar · Kitchen Island · Pantry · Double Vanity · High Ceilings · Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior
Courtyard
Appliances
Disposal · Cooktop · Dishwasher · Microwave · Refrigerator
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Flooring
Tile · Carpet · Hardwood
Fireplace
Living Room · Masonry · Decorative
Basement
Full · Unfinished
Pool
In Ground
Parking
Garage Faces Front · Garage · Gated
Laundry
Laundry Room
Patio
Patio · Porch
Lot features
Landscaped · Wooded
Construction
Brick Veneer
Roof
Composition · Tile · Shingle
Windows
Storm Window(s) · Wood Frames
Other structures
Guest House
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public

Financial Details

HOA
$75 / Annually
Annual taxes
$23,319
Parcel number
015005 00015

Directions

West on Central from Willet, this gorgeous home is on the right.

Listing Courtesy: Ware Jones, REALTORS

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