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Three-Story Triplex with Generator
For Sale
$589,000

1557 CENTRAL Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

Multi-Family, Memphis, TN

Property Size5,778 SF
Price / SF$101.94
Days on Market48

Property Features for 1557 CENTRAL Ave

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Triplex
Subdivision CENTRAL HEIGHTS
Standard status Active
Size 5,778 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 8628

Amenities

full home generator

Building Details

Year built 1925
Listing Agency: Hobson, REALTORS
Listed By: Leigh Martin
Added: Sep 5 Last Checked: Oct 22 at 8:06AM
MLS# 10229886

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Investment Insights

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Built in 1925, this 5,778-square-foot triplex occupies a three-story structure with a floor plan on each level. A full-home generator serves the entire building. Interior character includes decorative moldings and additional architectural detailing, giving the property a defined historic-era profile.

The property sits on a corner lot at 1557 Central Ave in Memphis’s Central Gardens area. Its three-level configuration supports the existing triplex layout, while the source information also identifies the structure as adaptable to single-family use. The property is located in Shelby County within ZIP code 38104.

Key Highlights

  • Triplex configuration across three stories
  • 5,778 square feet of building area
  • Full‑home generator serving all three stories

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$48,728
Cap Rate
8.27%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$974,560 $974.6K
Cap Rate 7%
$696,114 $696.1K
Cap Rate 9%
$541,422 $541.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,778 SF
Gross rent
$74.2K $12.84/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.6K −$0.79/SF
EGI
$69.6K $12.05/SF
− OpEx
−$20.9K −$3.61/SF
NOI
$48.7K $8.43/SF
Area
Memphis, TN
Vacancy
6.17%
Lease Rate
$12.84 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$974,560
Cap Rate 7%
$696,114
Cap Rate 9%
$541,422

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$696.1K
$609.1K – $812.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $48,728 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.27%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$616.3K
$539.3K – $719.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $43,144 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.32%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.71M
$1.49M – $1.99M (±1% cap)
NOI $119,535 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 20.29%
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Lease Details

3
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

417
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 38104, TN

22,584
Population
14,315
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
52%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
5.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,517
Density / Sq Mi
$56,452
Median Household Income
$48,300
Median Earnings
$1,073
Median Rent
$301,100
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Corner-lot property with distinct floor plans on each level and a full-home generator.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 1557 CENTRAL Ave Memphis, TN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $589,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Triplex configuration across three stories; 5,778 square feet of building area; Full‑home generator serving all three stories
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