161 Plainview St, Memphis, TN 38111
Hallway to all the rooms
Rear view of House with Paved Driveway and Back patio
OFF MARKET

$163,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 10, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,135 sqft

161 Plainview St, Memphis, TN 38111

East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,135 sqft
$144/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Fresh painted inside & out property on edge of Chickasaw gardens. Close to U of M, CBU, and not far for med students. It's a brick house with 2 bedrooms and one Bath. It has a nice back porch and fenced in back yard.

Renter is responsible for MLGW bill, maintaining the Yard, and paying rent on time. No smoking inside the house, no pets, no tenants/ Occupants added without prior consent. Must cancel with 30 days notice in writing. Land lord has the right to cancel and revoke lease if any terms are broken with a 30 day written notice.
161 Plainview St, Memphis, TN 38111 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,135 sqft single-family home in East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire. It last sold for $84,000 on Dec 6, 2002 (6,009% above the $1,375 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2024 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 13, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $163,900, with a rent estimate of $1,537/month.

Home Details for 161 Plainview St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 161 Plainview St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2762 Garden Ln, Memphis, TN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$107,300
08/05/26
2
1
1,052 sqft
114 S Humes St, Memphis, TN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$205,000
03/27/26
2
1
1,116 sqft
133 S Fenwick Rd, Memphis, TN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$180,000
02/03/26
3
1
1,331 sqft
176 Plainview St, Memphis, TN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$249,000
03/05/26
2
2
1,487 sqft
41 S Fenwick Rd, Memphis, TN
0.32
Single-Family Home
$172,500
03/11/26
3
1
1,129 sqft
2754 Union Ave, Memphis, TN
0.40
Single-Family Home
$194,500
05/28/26
2
1
1,079 sqft
254 Lombardy Pl #254, Memphis, TN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$200,000
12/18/25
2
1.5
1,080 sqft
2665 Central Ter, Memphis, TN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/19/25
2
2
1,200 sqft
355 Lundee Pl, Memphis, TN
0.39
Single-Family Home
$200,000
06/12/26
2
1
930 sqft
181 Picardy Pl, Memphis, TN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$265,000
02/13/26
2
2
1,270 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,537/mo
Average rent
$1.3K
Available listings
617
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Neighborhood Overview

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  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

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  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 43 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,375
Aug 19, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,375
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,400
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 2, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,425
Price decreased by 2%
Jun 27, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,450
Price decreased by 3%

Frequently asked questions about 161 Plainview St

  • What is 161 Plainview St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 Plainview St in Memphis, TN is $163,900.
  • What is the price history for 161 Plainview St?
    161 Plainview St in Memphis, TN last sold for $84,000 in December 2002.
  • Is Memphis a buyer's or seller's market?
    Memphis is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Memphis?
    The median sale price in Memphis is $221K. That is up $5.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 161 Plainview St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 161 Plainview St in Memphis, TN has air conditioning.
  • Does 161 Plainview St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 161 Plainview St in Memphis, TN has in-unit laundry.

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