For sale

Price cut: $25.1K (7/7)

$299,900

959 University St, Memphis, TN 38107

3beds

2,596sqft

$1,985/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

10,018 Square Feet Lot

$296,000 Zestimate^®

$116/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Scenic backyardCozy breakfast roomGas cookingNew roofStainless steel appliancesUpdated kitchenSoft-close cabinetry

BRAND NEW PRICE!! Adorable home full of charm and character in the highly sought-after Vollintine-Evergreen district of Memphis! This beautifully maintained home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout and a new roof for added peace of mind. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, soft-close cabinetry, and a cozy breakfast room. Enjoy meals in the formal dining room with a large picture window overlooking the scenic backyard, filling the space with natural light. Off the primary bedroom, you’ll find a versatile bonus room with built-in closets—perfect for a home office, nursery, or additional bedroom. Upstairs features a HUGE bedroom with recessed lighting, plus an additional flex space ideal for a walk-in closet, office, or even a meditation room. This home blends classic character with modern updates in one of Memphis’ most desirable historic neighborhoods. Don’t miss it!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Attic, Library/Study, Office/Sewing Room

Primary bedroom

Features: Hardwood Floor, Smooth Ceiling
Level: First
Area: 168
Dimensions: 12 x 14

Bedroom 2

Features: Hardwood Floor, Smooth Ceiling
Level: First
Area: 168
Dimensions: 12 x 14

Bedroom 3

Features: Carpet, Smooth Ceiling
Level: Second
Area: 570
Dimensions: 15 x 38

Primary bathroom

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

Dining room

Features: Separate Dining Room
Area: 182
Dimensions: 14 x 13

Kitchen

Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Separate Breakfast Room
Area: 168
Dimensions: 12 x 14

Living room

Features: Separate Living Room
Area: 294
Dimensions: 14 x 21

Office

Features: Built-in Features, Carpet, Smooth Ceiling
Level: First
Area: 294
Dimensions: 14 x 21

Den

Dimensions: 0 x 0

Heating

Central, Dual System

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual

Appliances

Included: Vent Hood/Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Other (See REMARKS)

Features

1 or More BR Down, Full Bath Down, Primary Down, Smooth Ceiling, Cedar Closet(s), Walk-In Closet(s), 2 or More Baths, 2nd Bedroom, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other (See REMARKS), Primary Bedroom, 3rd Bedroom, Square Feet Source: Appraisal
Flooring: Part Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Basement: Crawl Space,Finished
Attic: Walk-In
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,596 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Garage Faces Front
Has garage: Yes
Covered spaces: 1

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
Pool features: None
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 10,018 Square Feet
Dimensions: 74 x 140
Features: Landscaped, Level, Some Trees

Details

Parcel number: 041029 00047

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Brick Veneer
Roof: Composition Shingles

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Dead Bolt Lock(s), Wrought Iron Security Drs
Subdivision: University Terace

Location

Region: Memphis

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $116/sqft
Tax assessed value: $285,300
Annual tax amount: $3,760
Price range: $299.9K - $299.9K
Date on market: 4/21/2026
Cumulative days on market: 140 days
Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Estimated market value

$296,000

$281,000 - $311,000

$1,975/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/7/2026	Price change	$299,900-7.7%$116/sqft
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6/6/2026	Price change	$325,000-3%$125/sqft
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5/4/2026	Price change	$335,000-2.9%$129/sqft
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4/21/2026	Listed for sale	$345,000+16.9%$133/sqft
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9/23/2021	Sold	$295,000+1.8%$114/sqft
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9/11/2021	Pending sale	$289,900$112/sqft
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7/31/2021	Price change	$289,900-3.4%$112/sqft
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7/20/2021	Price change	$300,000-4.8%$116/sqft
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7/13/2021	Price change	$315,000-3.1%$121/sqft
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7/6/2021	Listed for sale	$325,000+51.2%$125/sqft
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9/27/2017	Sold	$215,000-2.3%$83/sqft
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9/20/2017	Pending sale	$220,000$85/sqft
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8/5/2017	Price change	$220,000-2.2%$85/sqft
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8/3/2017	Listed for sale	$225,000+121.7%$87/sqft
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3/20/2017	Sold	$101,500+76.4%$39/sqft
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1/3/2005	Sold	$57,526+1.1%$22/sqft
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9/11/2003	Sold	$56,921$22/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,759 -15.9%	$71,325 +5.1%
2024	$4,468 +8.1%	$67,850
2023	$4,133	$67,850
2022	--	$67,850
2021	--	$67,850 +28.6%
2020	$1,687	$52,775
2019	$1,687 -21.1%	$52,775
2018	$2,137 -5.8%	$52,775 +71.8%
2017	$2,268 +169.8%	$30,725 +24.3%
2016	$841 +8.9%	$24,725
2014	$772	$24,725
2013	--	$24,725 +2.2%
2012	--	$24,200
2011	--	$24,200 -4.1%
2010	--	$25,225
2009	--	$25,225 +32.1%
2008	--	$19,100
2007	--	$19,100
2006	--	$19,100
2005	--	$19,100 +0.1%
2004	--	$19,075
2003	--	$19,075
2002	--	$19,075
2001	--	$19,075 +1.7%
2000	--	$18,750