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Memphis Real Estate Investment Analysis

Memphis offers some of the highest gross yields in the country, but requires disciplined neighborhood selection and property management.

Reviewed by Keiron Brown, Founder & Editor, CalculateRealEstateROI · Educational estimates only — not investment, financial, tax, or legal advice

Median Home Price
$175,000
Median Rent
$1,350
per month
Avg Cap Rate
8.50%
5-Yr Appreciation
32%
Rental Yield
9.20%
Population Growth
-0.20%
Job Growth
1.00%
Vacancy Rate
9.00%

Investor pros

  • Industry-leading rent-to-price ratio
  • Affordable entry
  • Logistics-anchored economy (FedEx hub)

Investor cons

  • Population stagnation
  • C-class management challenges
  • Higher vacancy and turnover

Commentary

Memphis is a high-yield, high-management market. Only buy in B-grade neighborhoods or above; underestimate turnover at your peril.

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