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MEMPHIS, TN 38117

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Shelby County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
192
⇧ 1.6% vs 189 last year
Pending
39
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$277,500
⇩ 9.4% vs $306,225 last year
Average Price
$364,970
⇩ 17.3% vs $441,372 last year
Days on Market
86
⇧ 19.4% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,430  ·  Density: 1,086.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,680

Typical home value: $263,838  ·  Homeownership: 78.1%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The MEMPHIS, TN real estate market (38117) currently shows 192 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.4% year-over-year, from $306,225 to $277,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 192 this year vs 189 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $277,500 (-9.4% YoY)
  • Average: $364,970 (-17.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.0 miles — 1,374 listings ($495,267,272 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38117Memphis, TN 381170.0 mi192$70,074,240$277,500$364,970
38120Memphis, TN 381203.1 mi96$68,256,192$487,000$711,002
38119Memphis, TN 381194.2 mi102$36,555,780$314,900$358,390
38114Memphis, TN 381144.7 mi105$15,963,990$120,525$152,038
38134Memphis, TN 381345.0 mi89$21,499,374$240,000$241,566
38118Memphis, TN 381185.6 mi102$14,422,086$139,000$141,393
38138Germantown, TN 381386.4 mi116$81,826,980$509,500$705,405
38141Memphis, TN 381417.4 mi52$9,722,388$184,500$186,969
38107Memphis, TN 381077.7 mi104$17,337,424$141,250$166,706
38128Memphis, TN 381287.8 mi142$26,221,578$169,498$184,659
38018Cordova, TN 380188.0 mi141$55,623,513$354,500$394,493
38139Germantown, TN 381398.7 mi68$49,873,852$628,750$733,439
38125Memphis, TN 381259.0 mi65$27,889,875$315,000$429,075

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MEMPHIS, TN 38117?

As of January 2026, there are 192 active listings in MEMPHIS, TN (zip code 38117), compared to 189 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MEMPHIS, TN 38117?

The median listing price in MEMPHIS, TN 38117 is $277,500 as of January 2026, a 9.4% decrease from $306,225 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MEMPHIS, TN?

Homes in MEMPHIS, TN 38117 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MEMPHIS, TN 38117?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MEMPHIS, TN 38117 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 86 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MEMPHIS, TN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MEMPHIS, TN 38117 save an estimated $5,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $277,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.