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A suburb known for lofty trees and attractive architecture
The Memphis community of Greentrees delivers what its name promises. Large, lush trees tower over the community’s generously sized lots. While exclusively residential, the neighborhood is less than 2 miles from grocery stores, restaurants and one of the largest city parks in the country: Shelby Farms Park. This massive recreational area -- which could contain Central Park several times over -- keeps residents busy weekend after weekend. “It’s extremely popular. I think we have a lot to offer in Memphis,” says Realtor Pam Pierce of Ware Jones Realtors. Well-maintained homes built in the 1970s line the streets, striking a balance between reliable older construction and the Colonial Revival aesthetic.
True to its name, Greentrees' streets are lined with large shade trees.
Greentrees is located just off of Poplar Ave.
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Unique 1970s Colonial Revivals
Greentrees’ streets bob and weave just south of Poplar Avenue, the closest thoroughfare. Tall, mature trees appear in nearly every yard, more useful for a decorative touch than shade. Narrow sidewalks are ubiquitous, making it easy to take the dog for a walk. Most lots easily average one quarter of an acre, on which rest architectural examples like Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes. Home buyers will find three-bedroom homes that sell for between $250,000 and $300,000, while four- and five-bedroom homes reach as high as $575,000.
Colonial homes are popular in Greentrees.
Wide, low ranch homes are popular in Greentrees.
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A meal just outside the community
There are no restaurants in the neighborhood because it’s strictly residential, but bites to eat are still close by. Less than 1 mile north, residents will stumble upon the Kroger-anchored shopping center. The grocery store has its own pharmacy, so filling prescriptions is as convenient as grabbing groceries. Laidback spots like TJ Mulligans and Café Med share this parking lot, which serve Irish pub food and sandwiches, respectively. “I think we have fabulous restaurants in Memphis,” says Pierce. Some fast-food spots appear too, so residents can get a meal in a hurry.
Greentrees residents have close access to Kroger and several other grocery stores.
There are several retail and dining areas along poplar near Greentrees.
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Shelby Farms Park, the pinnacle of fun
Greentrees has one small park on its south end: Holmes Park. In addition to a small playground, the park offers a wooded retreat split by a creek. Residents who want a much larger green space can drive a mile-and-a-half to Shelby Farms Park, anchored by Hyde Lake. Provided they have a license, folks can fish the lake for species like crappie. The recreational space around the lake is large -- more than 7 square miles, which is five times the size of Central Park in New York. About 40 miles of trails take hikers across its acreage, with highlights along the way like Battlefront Lasertag and Paintball. The park’s wide-open spaces are ideal for a match between two teams. There’re also woodland excursions like axe-throwing, ziplines and treetop climbing for various age groups. Go Ape! is the proprietor of these activities, and this is their only location in the state.
Shelby Farms Park near Greentrees hosts events like Memphis in May Triathlon.
Holmes Park is a small neighborhood park in Greentrees.
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Getting to Downtown Memphis
Greentrees is 2 miles away from the Interstate 240 ramp, so traveling the total 20 miles to Downtown Memphis lasts about 25 minutes by car. Although residents can utilize the Memphis Area Transit Authority, it’s not the most practical method, since the nearest bus stop is almost 1 mile outside the neighborhood. This makes Greentrees largely car-dependent. Those opting to ride the bus have a 45 minute ride ahead of them. In contrast, Memphis International Airport is quite close. Residents can make the 13-mile drive in about 20 minutes with good traffic. Saint Francis Hospital is just 2 miles away, or a 6-minute hop by car.
Extreme summer heat in Greentrees
Living in Greentrees carries a major heat risk, according to First Street. This is because Memphis averages higher temperatures in the summer. According to the National Weather Service, Memphis averages 82-83 degrees Fahrenheit in July, with highs of 91-92 degrees. A record was set in July 2022, when the city peaked at a temperature of 103 degrees.
Attending the three Ridgeway Schools
Students in Greentrees can attend Balmoral Ridgeway Elementary, which gets a C-plus overall from Niche. They then move to C-rated Ridgeway Middle. Ridgeway High rounds out the list with another C grade. The high school offers a paid internship program as well.
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Parks in this Area
Holmes Park
Transit
Airport
Memphis International
21 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Greentrees
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Greentrees Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greentrees, Memphis sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Greentrees, Memphis over the last 12 months is $410,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,018
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$158,796
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$183,583
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
74.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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