5740 The Forest Gate Rd

Memphis, TN 38120

$818,000
Last Sold Price
7
Beds
8,835 Sq. Ft.
$93 / Sq. Ft.
8,835
Sq. Ft.
$93
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 4/9/18
Closed 4/9/18
Custom built stately traditional located on a private cove adjacent to desirable River Oaks subdivision in East Memphis.
Another view of this magnificent Estate Home.
Covered parking for 4 cars and adjacent parking pad.
Living room with Fireplace, hardwood floors and large windows.
Kitchen with open Cabinets to reveal large Breakfast Area on the other side. Wonderful potential for a remodel.
Game Room/Den located in walkout basement has Kitchenette and fireplace.
Master bath has built-in drawers, large walk-in closets, his and her vanities and separate toilet rooms.
Large bedroom with private bath located in walk-out basement.
This one acre lot is for sale at $290,000

Description

Don't miss this rare opportunity to purchase such an incredible amount of real estate on an awesome cove lot in a great E. Memphis location and at a great price! This custom built stately traditional has high ceilings, large rooms, 3BR, 3.2 BA down, 3BR, 3BA upstairs, 1BR, 1BA and playroom/den w FP in walkout basement are some of the features of this amazing home. Beautiful grounds, a Gunite pool and pool house. May need some updates, but plenty of room at this price. 1 ac. adjacent lot $290K.Don't miss this rare opportunity to purchase such an incredible amount of real estate on an awesome cove lot in a great E. Memphis location and at a great price! This custom built stately traditional has high ceilings, large rooms, 3BR, 3.2 BA down, 3BR, 3BA upstairs, 1BR, 1BA and playroom/den w FP in walkout basement are some of the features of this amazing home. Beautiful grounds, a Gunite pool and pool house. May need some updates, but plenty of room at this price. 1 ac. adjacent lot $290K.
  1. Listed by Macky Sneed • Sneed Company, REALTORS

Property Details for 5740 The Forest Gate Road

Area
756F
Style
Traditional
MAAR Subdivision Name
FOREST (THE)
Legal Subdivision Name
THE FOREST SUBD SEC B
LISTING CLOSED: 04/09/2018 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5740 The Forest Gate Road

StatusClosed
MLS #10010633
Days on Market158
Taxes$17,295 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / No
Year Built1966
Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF
CountyShelby County
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Sold By Marx-Bensdorf, REALTORS

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Building Information for 5740 The Forest Gate Road

Stories2Year Built1966Building Size-Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF

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Property Information for 5740 The Forest Gate Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Address: 5740 FOREST GATE RD
  • Address Search Number: 5740
  • Cross Street: Ransom Lane
  • Directions: Drive East on Shady Grove Road from Yates. Turn right on Ransom Lane then veer left at the dead end. House is on the left.
  • Map Coordinate: F
  • MLS Map Num: White Station
  • Neighborhood Association: None
Parking
  • Attached Detached Parking: Attached
  • Carport Garage: Garage
  • Parking Display: G3A
  • Parking/Storage: Driveway/Pad, Circular Drive, Storage Room(s), Side-Load Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • LVT Date: 09-02-2017
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size: 166.47/255.0 X 206.49/178.59
  • Acreage: .90
  • Lot Num: 8
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Cove, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel ID: 056055 00022
Property and Assessments
  • Detached Unit Type: General Residential
  • Foundation: Walk-Out Basement
  • Prop Construction Status: Existing Property
  • Security: Burglar Alarm, Fire Alarm, Monitored Alarm System, Dead Bolt Lock(s)
  • Service Type: Full Service Listing
  • Termite Contract: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central, Ceiling Fan(s), 3 or More Systems, 220 Wiring
  • Water & Sewer: Gas Water Heater, 2+ Water Heaters, Public Water, Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior/Windows: Brick Veneer, Wood Window(s)
  • Misc Exterior: Auto Lawn Sprinkler, Storage Building, Patio, Pool House, Garage Apartment, Wooded Grounds, Well Landscaped Grounds, Wood Fence, Brick/Ironed Fence
  • Misc. Interior: All Window Treatments, Walk-In Closet(s), Rear Stairs to Playroom, Security System
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
Interior Features
  • Num of Fireplaces: 3.0
  • 1st Story Floor Plan: Living Room, Dining Room, Den/Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, 1/2 Bath, 2 or More Baths, Laundry Room, Breakfast Room
  • 2nd Story Floor Plan: 4th or More Bedrooms, 2 or More Baths, Office
  • Additional Br/Bath Info: Master Down, Double Vanity Bath, Separate Tub & Shower, 2 Full Master Baths, Full Bath Down, Half Bath Down
  • Apprx Heated Sq Ft Range: 8000 - 8999
  • Bedroom 2 Description: Level 1, Private Half Bath, Shared Bath, Smooth Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15x14
  • Bedroom 3 Description: Level 1, Private Half Bath, Shared Bath, Smooth Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 15x14
  • Bedroom 4 Description: Level 2, Private Full Bath, Smooth Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 15x15
  • Bedroom 5 Description: Level 2, Private Full Bath, Smooth Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 17x15
  • Bedrooms Down: 3.0
  • Breakfast Dimensions: 13x14
  • Den Great Room Dimensions: 25x17
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 18x16
  • Fireplace: Masonry, In Living Room, In Den/Great Room, In Other Room
  • Floors/Ceilings: Part Hardwood, Part Carpet, Tile, Marble/Terrazzo, Smooth Ceiling, 9 or more Ft. Ceiling, Two Story Foyer
  • Heating: Central, Gas, 3 or More Systems
  • Interior Equipment: Double Oven, Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Maker
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16x13
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22x17
  • Living/Dining/Kitchen: Separate Living Room, Separate Dining Room, Separate Den, Separate Breakfast Room, Pantry, Island In Kitchen
  • Master Bath Description: Double Sinks, Separate Shower, Separate His/ Her Baths, Dressing Area, Smooth Ceiling, Tile Floor
  • Master Bedroom: Level 1, Walk-In Closet, Full Bath, Smooth Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18x18
  • Office Description: Level 2, Smooth Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
  • Office Dimensions: 13x11
  • Other Rooms: Laundry Room, Play Room, In-Law Quarters, Separate Guest House, Entry Hall, Attic, Storage Room
  • Play Bonus Room Dimension: 24x23
  • Total Baths: 7

Property History for 5740 The Forest Gate Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 9, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #620135628

$818,000—
Apr 9, 2018

Sold

MAARMLS #10010633

$818,000—
Feb 7, 2018

Contract Signed

MAARMLS #10010633

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/09/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #620135628

$818,000
04/09/2018

Sold

MAARMLS #10010633

$818,000
02/07/2018

Contract Signed

MAARMLS #10010633

—

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

Public Records for 5740 The Forest Gate Road

Taxable ValueLand$84,350Additions$221,050Total$305,400
Tax Record2025$8,215 ($685 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths8Total Finished SqFt7,073 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,073 SqFtStories1Lot Size39,584 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1966Year Renovated1966ZoningR-10CountySHELBYAPN05-6055-0-0022

Schools near 5740 The Forest Gate Road

This home is within Shelby County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
White Station Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
White Station Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
White Station High School
Public - 9 to 12
Avon Lenox School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
White Station Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

White Station Middle School
Public6 to 8

White Station High School
Public9 to 12

Avon Lenox School
PublicK to 12

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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