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Building new homes and a sense of community near downtown Memphis
South City merged with Memphis in 1849, and from that point forward, it remained at the forefront of the city’s racial equality movement. Home to the first free-standing public library and junior high in the city for African Americans, the neighborhood is rich with history — but its story is still being written in the 21st century. The South City community has been known by many names over the years, including Foote Homes, a public housing project that was demolished in 2017 and replaced with new mixed-income housing in 2019. Most of the residents from the original Foote Homes community did not return, so nearly 80% of South City’s population changed over the last decade. Despite the neighborhood’s turnover, organizations strive to connect the people of South City and foster a sense of community — not just for adults but also for children. The Emmanuel Center, a non-profit providing free academic enrichment after school and during the summer, is one of the organizations spearheading this. Angie Johnson, the executive director of the Emmanuel Center and a staff member with 20 years of experience with the non-profit, says, “We think about what we would do for our own kids when they get home from school. We want to provide that same thing for the kids we’re serving here. We want them to have a place to be safe and be a kid.”
There are many multi-family communities in South City.
Take advantage of the opportunity to practice gardening at the Emmanuel Center in South City.
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Taking the MATA bus to FedExForum
Dr. MLK Jr. Avenue connects South City to downtown Memphis and the FedExForum in less than 2 miles. For public transit, the Memphis Area Transit Authority bus stops along Vance Avenue and heads right to Beale Street.
Dr. MLK JR Ave. runs east and west along the top of South City.
You can catch a bus from any major street in South City.
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Mixed-income housing at Foote Park and opportunities for development
Almost 90% of South City residents rent their homes in amenity-rich subdivisions like Foote Park at South City and Cleaborn Point at Heritage Landing. Construction of new mixed-income properties in the neighborhood is still ongoing, with the fifth development phase completed in late spring of 2024. Investment properties make up the majority of single-family home sales, most of which require extensive work and cost between $25,000 and 40,000, but the average value for early 20th-century homes exceeds $130,000. There are still vacant lots awaiting new homes, which range from $9,000 to $40,000, depending on the lot size and location.
You will find colorful multi-family apartment communities in South City.
South City homes feature smaller front porches with modest sized yards.
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A 2-mile ride to Kroger and local restaurants
Most of the neighborhood’s businesses are limited to tire shops, part stores and car dealerships, so trips to grocery stores like Kroger require a 2-mile drive or bus ride northeast toward Cleveland Street. For dining out, there’s a Smackers location serving burgers and wings off East E.H. Crump Boulevard, but the restaurants downtown are less than 2 miles away.
Visit Kroger, which is situated not far from South City, for all of your everyday needs.
Smackers in South City originally started as a local food truck.
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Parks, gardens and libraries south of Dr. MLK Jr. Avenue
L.E. Brown Park underwent extensive renovation about five years ago, giving it a modern, updated feel. The park includes a basketball court, train-themed playground and public pool. For a more relaxed setting, Linden Park offers benches in an open green space in the neighborhood’s northeastern corner, closest to the ramps to Interstate 69, and the St. Paul Community Garden is just off Walnut Street. South City also houses the Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library, one of the 18 Memphis library branches, near the corner of Vance Avenue and Lauderdale Street. As it was the first library in Memphis for Black residents, the branch has a long history, but its building was renovated in 2019. The library holds monthly financial literacy courses, book clubs and story hours.
Imaginations are free to soar on the playground at L.E. Brown Park in South City.
Volunteers maintain the St Paul Community Garden in South City.
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Nearby schools and academic enrichment at the Emmanuel Center
The Memphis-Shelby County district serves South City. Students can start at LaRose Elementary, which receives a C-minus grade from Niche. From here, they can attend Booker T. Washington Middle and High, a C-graded school with an 82% graduation rate that offers an Advanced Placement course in computer science and dual enrollment opportunities for English. Both the elementary and high schools include family resource centers that host classes and provide health services for students and their families. After school, students of all age groups can head to the Emmanuel Center for free literacy tutoring from Monday to Thursday. During the summer, they can join summer camp, which operates from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Monday to Friday. Like the after-school program, the summer camp includes literacy tutoring four days a week — but Fridays are solely for fun. “We bring waterslides and bouncy houses in on Friday, and we either order pizza or cook hot dogs and hamburgers,” Johnson says.
Larose Elementary in Memphis maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1.
Booker T. Washington High School home of the Warriors is located in South City.
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South City Heritage Fest and local activities from SCORE CDC
As one of Memphis's oldest neighborhoods, South City has a lot of history to celebrate. Each June, SCORE Community Development Corporation hosts the South City Heritage Fest, which features local vendors, spoken-word performances and live music. The same organization also holds regular community meetings and family movie nights.
Efforts to improve median income and crime rates
The United States Census Bureau reports that South City’s median income is almost 70% lower than the Tennessee median. SCORE CDC's resources and revitalization efforts aim to improve this statistic through programming like the South City Resident Leadership Academy and The GAME Foundation. The organization also hopes to strengthen civic engagement to curb crime rates in the community. According to the CAP Index, the Crime Score in South City is 8, which is higher than the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Robert Church Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Health Sciences Park
Foote Homes Park
Handy Park
Events
Concessions
Chandler Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Brown Park
Transit
Airport
Memphis International
13 min drive
Bus
Mlk Blvd & Crump
Bus
Crump & Dudley
Bus
Vance & Cossitt
Bus
Vance & Cynthia
Bus
Vance & Lauderdale
Bus
Crump & Somerville
Bus
Lauderdale & Stpaul
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South City
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South City Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South City, Memphis sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South City, Memphis over the last 12 months is $522,490.
Investor special on this 4plex offers an excellent investment opportunity. Each unit features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, with standard renovations completed to make the property rent-ready. The property is being sold as-is and can be delivered vacant, providing flexibility for the new owner. Previously appraised for $215k and is back on the market due to no fault of the seller. Currently, one unit
3-BR/1-BA home is well maintained and in great condition with Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Closet, Large Bedrooms, Spacious Covered Porch, New Roof 2024 and Fenced-In Backyard. Per Seller, Section 8 Approved at approximately $1,300 per month. Please contact your Realtor for additional information on the listing. Per Seller: Roof is brand New - 2024~Water heater fairly new (within a
Fully Renovated & Fully Occupied 10 Unit Apartment Building~Each Apartment is 2BR/1BA~Each Unit Recently Renovated~All Tenants on Month-to-Month Lease~No Showings without Accepted Offer~Please Do Not Disturb Tenants
This is a 2-bedroom, 1.0-bathroom, apartment home. This home is located at 972 Peabody Ave #5, Memphis, TN 38104. The property is conveniently located near Cooper Young and the Medical District. For more information, please call Dominique with BeHold Property Group.
Property Id: 1412417Welcome to the recently renovated Peabody Village Apartments! Newly available oversized 2 bedroom apartment featuring:-Brand new large windows throughout-New wood floors throughout-Central A/C and Heat-Huge kitchen with stainless steel appliances and lots of cabinet space + additional breakfast bar counter space -Large bedrooms-Tons and tons
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,518
Median Age
34
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,380
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,929
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.5%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
48.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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