Charming & Convenient 2-Bedroom Home in Historic Cooper-Young
Welcome to your next home in the heart of Memphis' vibrant Cooper-Young neighborhood! Perfectly blending historic character with modern conveniences, this comfortable 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-family home offers a bright, inviting atmosphere in one of Midtown's most walkable and bike-friendly communities.
Comfortable Living & Dedicated Workspace
Inside, you'll find a bright and airy living area ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The flexible floor plan features a spacious primary bedroom as well as a secondary bedroom equipped with a desk, office chair, and soft diffused lighting making it an ideal setup for a dedicated home office, study space, or guest room.
Classic Shotgun Layout
This home features a classic historic shotgun-style layout, where rooms flow seamlessly from front to back:
Front Porch - Living Room - Primary Bedroom - Secondary Bedroom (with direct bathroom access) - Kitchen - Backyard.
Unbeatable Midtown Location
Enjoy quick, easy access to everything Midtown has to offer. You are within walking distance to Cooper-Young's best local restaurants, coffee shops, and boutique retail. The property is also conveniently located within 5 miles of major Midtown and Downtown medical centers (including UTHSC, Methodist University, Le Bonheur, Regional One, and St. Jude), making for a quick and easy commute.
Key Features & Included Amenities:
- Move-In Ready: Fully furnished with high-speed internet included.
- Turnkey Utilities & Services: Includes complimentary lawn care service and an installed security system with exterior video surveillance.
- In-Home Laundry: High-performing washer and dryer conveniently located inside.
- Updated Kitchen: Includes an oven range with an exterior vent for optimal indoor air quality.
- Outdoor Space: Enjoy a private front porch and backyard space.
- Pet Policy: Pet-friendly! (Furry friends considered with prior approval and an additional deposit/fee).
- Monthly Rent: $1,500/month
- Security Deposit: $1,500
- Lease Duration: 12-month term minimum
- Utilities: Paid by tenant based on usage
- Pets: Allowed with prior landlord approval
- Smoking Policy: Strictly non-smoking / smoke-free property
- Occupancy: Single-family residential use only; long-term guests ( 1 week) require written approval
- Fees: $150 late rent fee; $25 returned check fee
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,500/mo
897 Blythe St, Memphis, TN 38104
2beds
910sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
No pets
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Central, forced air
What's special
Front porchPrivate front porchClassic historic shotgun-style layoutBackyard spaceSpacious primary bedroomFlexible floor plan
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 910 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Details
- Parcel number: 02901200007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Internet
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Memphis
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,500+69.5%$2/sqft |
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| 5/11/2023 | Sold | $167,350+4.7%$184/sqft |
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| 5/5/2023 | Pending sale | $159,900$176/sqft |
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| 4/17/2023 | Contingent | $159,900$176/sqft |
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| 4/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $159,900+539.6%$176/sqft |
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| 12/15/2020 | Listing removed | $885$1/sqft |
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| 11/20/2020 | Listed for rent | $885$1/sqft |
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| 9/1/2020 | Listing removed | $885$1/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Listed for rent | $885-4.3%$1/sqft |
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| 10/23/2019 | Listing removed | $925+5.7%$1/sqft |
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| 10/5/2019 | Price change | $875-5.4%$1/sqft |
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| 9/19/2019 | Listed for rent | $925+8.8%$1/sqft |
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| 2/13/2015 | Listing removed | $850$1/sqft |
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| 1/29/2015 | Price change | $850+6.3%$1/sqft |
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| 1/26/2015 | Listed for rent | $800$1/sqft |
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| 3/1/2002 | Sold | $25,000$27/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Midtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Peabody Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Hanley K-8Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi







