For sale

Price cut: $90K (5/29)

$1,095,000

1520 Vance Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

3beds

5,167sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1927

9,147 Square Feet Lot

$1,037,600 Zestimate^®

$212/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Basement fitness spaceStunning fully renovated kitchenAll new cabinetryLuxurious new primary bathFrameless glass shower

What an honor to present one of the crown jewels of Midtown's Central Gardens! This exquisite residence shines with a stunning fully renovated kitchen & luxurious new primary bath featuring all new cabinetry & frameless glass shower. Character abounds in every room - living room, study, family room, primary suite, playroom/BR4, & screened porch—all graced by fireplaces. The 37x19 family room offers a lounge with wet bar & media area ideal for entertaining or family enjoyment. The flexible plan includes two bedrooms with adjoining sitting rooms - perfect for extra bedrooms, offices, or play spaces. A remarkable 25x18 suite with fireplace, kitchenette, full bath, closet & soaring ceiling provides endless options for guests, a nanny, or multigenerational living. Enjoy a basement fitness space, & an enchanting backyard with pool, hot tub, & walk-up bar. Plus the security of a auto gated drive with garage. Truly a home of possibilities & charm. Come see this Central Gardens' masterpiece!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 6
Full bathrooms: 5
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Attic, Bonus Room, Entry Hall, Library/Study, Play Room

Primary bedroom

Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Smooth Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Second
Area: 272
Dimensions: 16 x 17

Bedroom 2

Features: Hardwood Floor, Private Full Bath, Smooth Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
Level: Second
Area: 525
Dimensions: 21 x 25

Bedroom 3

Features: Hardwood Floor, Private Full Bath, Smooth Ceiling
Level: Second
Area: 406
Dimensions: 14 x 29

Primary bathroom

Features: Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Smooth Ceiling, Tile Floor, Full Bath

Dining room

Features: Separate Dining Room
Area: 266
Dimensions: 14 x 19

Kitchen

Features: Pantry, Updated/Renovated Kitchen
Area: 176
Dimensions: 11 x 16

Living room

Features: Separate Den, Separate Living Room
Area: 299
Dimensions: 13 x 23

Office

Features: Built-in Features, Carpet, Smooth Ceiling
Level: First
Area: 225
Dimensions: 15 x 15

Bonus room

Area: 450
Dimensions: 18 x 25

Den

Area: 703
Dimensions: 19 x 37

Heating

3 or More Systems, Central, Electric, Natural Gas

Cooling

220 Wiring, 3 or More Systems, Central Air

Appliances

Included: 2+ Water Heaters, Electric Water Heater, Vent Hood/Exhaust Fan, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Separate Ice Maker
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

All Bedrooms Up, Double Vanity Bath, Full Bath Down, Half Bath Down, Luxury Primary Bath, Renovated Bathroom, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceiling, Vaulted/Coff/Tray Ceiling, Cable Wired, Powder/Dressing Room, Rear Stairs to Playroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, 1 1/2 Bath, Den/Great Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, 2 or More Baths, 2nd Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, Play Room/Rec Room, Primary Bedroom, Storage, Square Feet Source: Appraisal
Flooring: Brick, Hardwood, Part Carpet
Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Number of fireplaces: 4
Fireplace features: Gas Log, In Den/Great Room, Living Room, In Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Other (See Remarks), Vented Gas Fireplace

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 5,167 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway/Pad, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Gate Clickers, Gated, Storage
Has garage: Yes
Covered spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Screen Porch
Exterior features: Auto Lawn Sprinkler, Storage, Sidewalks
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: In Ground
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Heated
Fencing: Wood,Wood Fence

Lot

Size: 9,147 Square Feet
Dimensions: 75 x 125
Features: Level, Professionally Landscaped, Some Trees, Well Landscaped Grounds

Details

Parcel number: 016025 00013

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick Veneer
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Composition Shingles

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1927

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s), Dead Bolt Lock(s), Security Gate
Subdivision: Kimbroughs Union Ave

Location

Region: Memphis

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $212/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,013,700
Annual tax amount: $13,357
Price range: $1.1M - $1.1M
Date on market: 4/16/2026
Cumulative days on market: 96 days
Listing terms: Conventional

Estimated market value

$1,037,600

$986,000 - $1.09M

$3,265/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/29/2026	Price change	$1,095,000-7.6%$212/sqft
Source: MAAR #10219421 Report a problem
4/16/2026	Listed for sale	$1,185,000+59.1%$229/sqft
Source: MAAR #10219421 Report a problem
8/30/2018	Sold	$745,000-6.8%$144/sqft
Source: MAAR #10026164 Report a problem
8/13/2018	Listed for sale	$799,000$155/sqft
Source: Sowell and Company #10026164 Report a problem
8/13/2018	Pending sale	$799,000$155/sqft
Source: Sowell and Company #10026164 Report a problem
6/14/2018	Price change	$799,000-3%$155/sqft
Source: Sowell and Company #10026164 Report a problem
5/12/2018	Price change	$824,000-2.5%$159/sqft
Source: Sowell and Company #10026164 Report a problem
5/3/2018	Listed for sale	$845,000$164/sqft
Source: Sowell and Company #10026164 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$13,358 +8.2%	$253,425 +35.2%
2024	$12,348 +8.1%	$187,500
2023	$11,422	$187,500
2022	--	$187,500 -11.5%
2021	--	$211,850 +13.9%
2020	$5,943	$185,950
2019	$5,943 +6%	$185,950 +34.3%
2018	$5,608 -45.1%	$138,475
2017	$10,221 +161.2%	$138,475 +20.3%
2016	$3,913 +10.9%	$115,075
2014	$3,529	$115,075
2013	--	$115,075 +4%
2012	--	$110,675
2011	--	$110,675
2010	--	$110,675
2009	--	$110,675 -0.4%
2008	--	$111,125
2007	--	$111,125
2006	--	$111,125
2005	--	$111,125 -4.7%
2004	--	$116,575
2003	--	$116,575
2002	--	$116,575
2001	--	$116,575 +36.5%
2000	--	$85,425

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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