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A unique Memphis town on the water
What once was a Mississippi River sandbar is now a highly sought-after patch of Memphis real estate. Mud Island, while technically a peninsula set between the river and Wolf River Harbor, has a certain ring of irony to it. A colorful blend of diverse home styles better complements the Memphis skyline than they do the Mississippi River, whose muddy waters are the only eyesore around here. “Mud Island often feels like a summertime resort,” says Realtor Rick Travers of Crye-Leike Real Estate Services. “Locals can enjoy the waterfront and feel like they’re on vacation 24/7.” Apartment complexes also exist, which students of nearby colleges rent. AW Willis Avenue passes through the south side, allowing residents to drive east into downtown, where St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital is a major employer. “A lot of St. Jude’s doctors live there,” says Realtor Christine DeColli of Crews Realty. “A lot of people just like Mud Island because their friends live close by.”
Homes, businesses, and streets are meticulously maintained in Mud Island.
Mud Island runs parallel to the Memphis shores, with it's southern end across from Downtown Memphis and its northern end across from Uptown Memphis.
The Mud Island Marina.
Memphis Riverboats offer tourists river cruises that pass by Mud Island.
Memphis Riverboats on the harbor in Mud Island.
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A variety of homes and rentals in Mud Island
Mud Island’s streets are neat and compact, even more so than downtown. Sidewalks are narrow and, in some cases, nonexistent to make room for street parkers and the occasional attached garage. Recent decades have seen an influx in demand, so homes built in the late 1990s and early 2000s are packed together like townhouses. “The neighborhood primarily consists of condominiums in the $300,000 range, townhouses and single-family homes, seamlessly blending a range of architectural styles,” says Travers. Apartment complexes are also an option for students at the nearby University of Tennessee. Buyers will find Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods and bungalows selling between $330,000 and $500,000. Outliers sell for up to $1.2 million, due to much larger floor plans nearing 5,000 square feet.
Apartments on Mud Island, Memphis, Tennessee.
More Spacious and Lavish Homes Can be Found in Mud Island.
Mud Island Apartments offer stunning views of the Hernando De Soto Bridge at sunset.
Some Mud Island residents can enjoy peace and solace on waterfront back porches.
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A day at the park in Mud Island
Mud Island has several parks, large and small. Many tiny ones, like Ben’s Park, appear interspersed among its homes and offer the odd playground or pond. A larger and more prominent example would be Mud Island Park on the south side. It features a large playground, a walking path and access to the Mississippi Riverwalk. “You see a lot of people walking and working out down there and then down by the river,” says DeColli. Although residents can walk along the Mississippi River’s edge, the riverwalk is actually a large model that’s used as a tourist attraction and for educational purposes. There’s also the Mississippi River Museum, which chronicles the history of the region’s settlers. A Saturday on the river might mean kayaking the calm Blueways, while boating enthusiasts can dock their boats at the nearby Mud Island Marina. Landlubbers can take their pups up the west side to Mud Island Dog Park.
Mud Island Dog Park Entrance.
Mud Island is the Western Terminus of the Wolf River Greenway.
The Memphis sign is a popular spot for photos on Mud Island.
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The Mud Island Amphitheater
While residents might venture across the harbor and explore one of the events in Downtown Memphis, they can enjoy performances at home, too. The Mud Island Amphitheater is a live music venue that seats 5,000 people, with Downtown Memphis as its backdrop. There have been no concerts since 2018, with much of the seating and stage in disrepair. In May 2024, then-Mayor Paul Young proposed an allocation of $17 million towards its renovation. The idea is that live performances by big-name acts would drum up revenue for local small businesses.
The Mud Island Amphitheater.
Mud Island River Park sign built Into the Landscape.
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Attending class in Mud Island
Students can attend Downtown Elementary, which gets a C-minus rating from Niche. They then move to Booker T. Washington Middle and High School for grades six through 12, which offers early postsecondary opportunities like AP and DE courses. Niche rates the school a C overall.
Harbor Town Square brings small-town restaurants and retail
Within walking distance is Cordelia’s Market, which sells everyday groceries and specialty items. Locals can access boutiques, museums, and a diverse culinary scene less than 3 miles from Downtown Memphis. Although the neighborhood is relatively small, various eateries are clustered around the Harbor Town Square, such as Cocozza American Italian. Kinfolk is another popular spot, serving southern classics, while Paulette’s Restaurant is the go-to choice for an upscale date night. Residents can easily head to the local dentist, pharmacy and checkups at Harbor of Health right in the neighborhood. However, the medical district is just across the harbor, home to major employers such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Cordelia's Market is beloved by Mud Island residents.
Tug's is one of Mud Island's Laid-back Sports Bar.
Cordelia's Market Provides Harbor Town with Fresh Produce in Mud Island.
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Mud Island is a stunning neighborhood with much to do.
Getting around Mud Island and beyond
Island Drive is the only road that runs through the entire neighborhood. Mud Island Road connects to the mainland on the north side and AW Willis Avenue on the south side. Interstate 40’s onramp is just a few hundred feet away in downtown. Despite the bustle of downtown and nearby bridges, First Street gives the neighborhood a “calm” score for noise. Although driving the half mile into downtown takes just minutes, public transportation can be harder to come by. Those catching the MATA Transit will need to do so by walking along the AW Willis Avenue bridge. From there, it’s a mile-and-a-half, seven-minute bus ride to the southernmost point in downtown.
Flooding in Memphis
Memphis has a major flooding risk, according to First Street. Mud Island is no exception, due to its position on the Mississippi River. On May 10, 2011, the river’s water level rose to nearly 48 feet. Considering preceding decades’ floods, the city was prepared with a flood control system. Mud Island River Park was closed three days prior.
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On average, homes in Mud Island, Memphis sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mud Island, Memphis over the last 12 months is $385,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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