2221 Poplar Ave

Memphis, TN 38104

$1,175,000
Price
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Description

Stunning from the start! Welcome to refined Southern elegance in this stately Memphis home overlooking Overton Golf Course. A grand entrance sets the tone for 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full & 3 half baths, and an array of exquisite living spaces—formal living & dining rooms, sunroom, breakfast room, and private office. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is a culinary haven with a walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry, and generous prep space. Outdoors, enjoy a beautifully manicured lawn and dual gated entrances leading...Stunning from the start! Welcome to refined Southern elegance in this stately Memphis home overlooking Overton Golf Course. A grand entrance sets the tone for 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full & 3 half baths, and an array of exquisite living spaces—formal living & dining rooms, sunroom, breakfast room, and private office. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is a culinary haven with a walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry, and generous prep space. Outdoors, enjoy a beautifully manicured lawn and dual gated entrances leading to a 3-car garage and a separate guesthouse. The guesthouse features an upstairs apartment and a flexible downstairs space perfect for a recording studio or art studio. This property blends history with creative potential and timeless beauty—a true gem in Midtown Memphis.
  1. Listed by Jennifer Williams • Hobson, REALTORS

Property Details for 2221 Poplar Avenue

Area
746D
Style
Traditional
MAAR Subdivision Name
Lenox Land Co
Legal Subdivision Name
Lenox Land Co
LISTING UPDATED: 11/21/2025 10:32 AM

Property Details for 2221 Poplar Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #10202677
Days on Market170
Taxes$22,165 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / No
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.51 AC / 22,200 SF
CountyShelby County

Location

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Building Information for 2221 Poplar Avenue

Stories3Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.51 AC / 22,200 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,574 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,727

Property Taxes

$1,847

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2221 Poplar Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address: 2221 POPLAR AVE
  • Address Search Number: 2221
  • Directions: Poplar Ave at the intersection of Poplar and Cox, across from Overton Park Golf Course
  • Geo Match Code: 0
  • Geo Matched Method: 0
  • Geo Quality: .95
  • Geo Update Timestamp: 08-02-2025
  • Geo Zoom Level: 16.00
  • Map Coordinate: D
  • MLS Map Num: Central Gardens
  • Neighborhood Association: None
Parking
  • Parking Display: G3A
  • Parking/Storage: Driveway/Pad, Circular Drive, Garage Door Opener(s), Side-Load Garage, Gated Parking
Taxes and HOA Information
  • LVT Date: 08-02-2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size: 100x222
  • Lot Num: 8
  • Lot Description: Corner, Professionally Landscaped, Iron Fenced
  • Parcel ID: 028027 00001
Property and Assessments
  • Detached Unit Type: General Residential
  • Foundation: Conventional
  • Prop Construction Status: Existing Property
  • Security: Burglar Alarm, Iron Door(s)
  • Service Type: Full Service Listing
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central
  • Water & Sewer: Public Water, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior/Windows: Brick Veneer, Wood Window(s)
  • Misc Exterior: Wrought Iron Security Drs, Porch, Courtyard, Well Landscaped Grounds, Brick/Ironed Fence
  • Misc. Interior: Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Attic Access, Powder/Dressing Room, Security System
  • Pool Description: None
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
Interior Features
  • Num of Fireplaces: 3.0
  • 1st Story Floor Plan: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 1/2 Bath, Laundry Room, Sun Room, Breakfast Room
  • 2nd Story Floor Plan: Primary Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 2 or More Baths
  • Additional Br/Bath Info: All Bedrooms Up, Primary Up, Luxury Primary Bath, Double Vanity Bath, Separate Tub & Shower, Half Bath Down
  • Apprx Heated Sq Ft Range: 7000 - 7999
  • Bedroom 2 Description: Level 2, Walk-In Closet, Private Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Carpet
  • Bedroom 3 Description: Level 2, Shared Bath, Hardwood Floor, Carpet
  • Bedroom 4 Description: Shared Bath, Carpet
  • Bedroom 5 Description: Shared Bath, Carpet
  • Bedrooms Down: 0.0
  • Den Great Room Dimensions: 0x0
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 0x0
  • Fireplace: Masonry, Decorative Only, In Living Room, In Other Room
  • Floors/Ceilings: Part Hardwood, Part Carpet, Tile, Brick Floor, 9 or more Ft. Ceiling, Two Story Foyer
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Interior Equipment: Range/Oven, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Living Room Dimensions: 0x0
  • Living/Dining/Kitchen: Separate Living Room, Separate Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Separate Breakfast Room, Pantry, Island In Kitchen, Washer/Dryer Connections
  • Other Rooms: Laundry Room, Library/Study, Sun Room, Play Room, Bonus Room, Separate Guest House, Entry Hall, Storage Room, Scullery
  • Total Baths: 4

Property History for 2221 Poplar Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 26, 2025

Price Change

MAARMLS #10202677

$1,175,000—
Aug 2, 2025

Price Change

MAARMLS #10202677

$1,275,000—
Aug 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MAARMLS #10202677

$1,175,000—
Jul 1, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MAARMLS #10166343

—
Jul 1, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

REALTRACS #3036718

$1,299,999—
May 27, 2025

Permanently Off Market

MAARMLS #10166343

—
Jan 7, 2025

Price Change

MAARMLS #10166343

$1,299,999—
Feb 21, 2024

Price Change

MAARMLS #10166343

$1,350,000—
Feb 21, 2024

Permanently Off Market

REALTRACS #3036800

$1,399,999—
Feb 21, 2024

Listed (Active)

MAARMLS #10166343

$1,299,999—
Jan 2, 2024

Permanently Off Market

MAARMLS #10158144

—
Oct 5, 2023

Listed (Active)

MAARMLS #10158144

$1,399,999—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/26/2025

Price Change

MAARMLS #10202677

$1,175,000
08/02/2025

Price Change

MAARMLS #10202677

$1,275,000
08/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MAARMLS #10202677

$1,175,000
07/01/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MAARMLS #10166343

—
07/01/2025

Temporarily Off Market

REALTRACS #3036718

$1,299,999
05/27/2025

Permanently Off Market

MAARMLS #10166343

—
01/07/2025

Price Change

MAARMLS #10166343

$1,299,999
02/21/2024

Price Change

MAARMLS #10166343

$1,350,000
02/21/2024

Permanently Off Market

REALTRACS #3036800

$1,399,999
02/21/2024

Listed (Active)

MAARMLS #10166343

$1,299,999
01/02/2024

Permanently Off Market

MAARMLS #10158144

—
10/05/2023

Listed (Active)

MAARMLS #10158144

$1,399,999

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2221 Poplar Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$41,225Additions$328,625Total$369,850
Tax Record2024$24,356 ($2,030 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt7,549 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,549 SqFtStories3Lot Size23,217 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1997ZoningR-6CountySHELBYAPN028-027- - -00001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2221 Poplar Avenue

This home is within Shelby County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hamilton School
Public - PK to 8
Idlewild Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Central High School
Public - 9 to 12
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Hamilton School
PublicPK to 8

Idlewild Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Central High School
Public9 to 12

Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Charter6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 2221 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104

2221 Poplar Avenue is a single family home for sale in Memphis, TN 38104. This property was listed for sale on August 2, 2025 by Hobson, REALTORS, it's currently listed at $1,175,000. This listing's school district is Shelby County Schools. Nearby schools include Hamilton School, Idlewild Elementary School and Central High School. 2221 Poplar Avenue is a 5-bed, 7-bath, single family home built in 1920.

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