Memphis, Tennessee, hometown of delicious BBQ, an immeasurable arts & culture scene, and even the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis! Although Memphis itself has so much to offer, sometimes you want to live away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and enjoy one of the quiet suburbs just outside of town. Here are 6 Memphis suburbs you’ll love that will give you that everything you’re looking for in a new residence:
Collierville
Located just about 30 minutes from the heart of downtown Memphis, Collierville is one of its larger suburbs just east of the big city. This town has all the checklist items of a traditional suburb including plenty of chain stores and restaurants, quiet neighborhoods filled with families, and even a town square beaming with old-time charm.
East Memphis
This suburb located east of Midtown Memphis is filled with beauty. Its tree-lined neighborhoods compliment its local shops and boutiques, and even boast some of the best dining experiences in all of Memphis and its surrounding areas. East Memphis is also home to multiple top financial firms and Fortune 500 companies’ headquarters.
Germantown
Though the idyllic city of Germantown is only about an hour from downtown Memphis, it seems like an entire world away in terms of ambiance. Featuring huge master-planned neighborhoods, a vast array of locally owned restaurant options, and a park or green space within a half mile from each home, it is one of the metropolitan Memphis area’s most sought-after residential areas with unlimited options for outdoor enthusiasts.
Cooper-Young
This neighborhood gets its name from the intersection of its two main roads: Cooper St. and Young Ave. It is an eclectic community and historic district in the midtown section of metropolitan Memphis, home to a mostly working-class residential area with an assortment of small local businesses. Cooper-Young features charming bungalows and Craftsman homes that add to its overall appeal.
Lakeland
A little scenic oasis located less than 30 minutes from the heart of downtown Memphis is home to an array of large Craftsman, farmhouse, and ranch style homes on large lots. The local schools also regularly receive top marks from GreatSchools.org, and the area is just minutes from the Wolfchase Galleria Mall featuring brand name retailers and casual eateries.
If you are in the market for a new home in a quaint little town with big city amenities that is still small enough to know your neighbors, let MH Akers, your Memphis area builder, help you create or remodel the home of your dreams!