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This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 790 COLONIAL Rd in Memphis, TN is listed for $285,000 ($114 per sqft). Built in 1903, the home offers 2,493 sqft of living space on a 0.88 acres lot.

Agent Description

Rare opportunity in East Memphis! Situated on the largest prime lot on the street (.88 acre), this elevated property offers exceptional potential for new construction or renovation. Built in 1903, this 4BR/1.5BA home features original hardwood floors, plaster walls and ceilings, and classic shotgun-style bungalow architecture full of historic charm.

Enjoy inviting front and side porches, stunning century-old trees, and a very private setting. Home includes central HVAC, dirt basement with crawl space, and small rear carport. Generous lot size provides endless possibilities to build your dream home or restore the existing structure. Ideally located near Botanic Gardens, Dixon Art Gallery, Audubon Golf Course, and the University of Memphis. PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS-IS -- perfect for builders, investors, or buyers with vision seeking a premier homesite.

Key Features

  • Built in 1903
  • 0.88 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
1 full, 1 half
1903

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,524/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$206
Interest$1,235
Insurance$83

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

790 COLONIAL Rd

Memphis, TN 38117

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Permanent Attic StairsWalk-In Attic

Exterior Features

PorchWood FenceSidewalks

Property Details

Flooring

VinylHardwood9 or more ft. ceiling

Pool Features

Porch

Parking

Driveway

Heating

Electric (Heating)Central

Cooling

Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 790 COLONIAL Rd is listed at $285,000 ($114/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,235 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1903, 0.88 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: Permanent Attic Stairs, Walk-In Attic. Exterior Features: Porch, Wood Fence, Sidewalks.

This property is listed by Michelle Shaver-Simpson and can be reached at 9015816408 or michelle.shaver@crye-leike.com.

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Michelle Shaver-Simpson

Agent at Crye-Leike, Inc., REALTORS

(901) 581-6408

Listed by Crye-Leike, Inc., REALTORS · View on Broker Site

MLS# 10220894· Source: listhub· Updated 27 days ago

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790 COLONIAL Rd, Memphis, TN 38117

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