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MEMPHIS, TN 38120

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
96
⇧ 33.3% vs 72 last year
Pending
22
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$487,000
⇧ 14.7% vs $424,725 last year
Average Price
$711,002
⇧ 21.8% vs $583,567 last year
Days on Market
99
⇧ 16.5% vs 85 days last year

Market Context

Population: 13,554  ·  Density: 544.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $112,700

Typical home value: $424,129  ·  Homeownership: 74.2%

Market Analysis

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

The MEMPHIS, TN real estate market (38120) currently shows 96 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 99 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 99 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.7% year-over-year, from $424,725 to $487,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 96 this year vs 72 last year
  • Days on market: 99 now vs 85 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $487,000 (+14.7% YoY)
  • Average: $711,002 (+21.8% 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 10.6 miles — 1,287 listings ($374,367,848 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38120Memphis, TN 381200.0 mi96$68,256,192$487,000$711,002
38117Memphis, TN 381173.1 mi192$70,074,240$277,500$364,970
38088Cordova, TN 380884.0 mi1$139,000$139,000$139,000
38122Memphis, TN 381224.6 mi94$17,636,092$164,960$187,618
38018Cordova, TN 380185.0 mi141$55,623,513$354,500$394,493
38139Germantown, TN 381396.0 mi68$49,873,852$628,750$733,439
38133Memphis, TN 381337.0 mi65$20,764,120$314,975$319,448
38108Memphis, TN 381087.3 mi66$6,157,338$85,000$93,293
38118Memphis, TN 381187.4 mi102$14,422,086$139,000$141,393
38114Memphis, TN 381147.8 mi105$15,963,990$120,525$152,038
38128Memphis, TN 381288.2 mi142$26,221,578$169,498$184,659
38107Memphis, TN 3810710.2 mi104$17,337,424$141,250$166,706
38106Memphis, TN 3810610.6 mi111$11,898,423$85,250$107,193

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MEMPHIS, TN 38120?

As of January 2026, there are 96 active listings in MEMPHIS, TN (zip code 38120), compared to 72 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MEMPHIS, TN 38120?

The median listing price in MEMPHIS, TN 38120 is $487,000 as of January 2026, a 14.7% increase from $424,725 the prior year.

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

Homes in MEMPHIS, TN 38120 spend an average of 99 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 85 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MEMPHIS, TN 38120?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MEMPHIS, TN 38120 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 99 days on market compared to 85 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 38120 save an estimated $9,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $487,000. 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.