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1248 James St 0.73 Acres of Commercial Land Offered at $45,000 in Memphis, TN 38106

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Investment Highlights

  • 0.73-acre residential lot • Level, cleared land • Utilities at street • Minutes from downtown Memphis • Ideal for new construction • Build-to-ren
  • 0.73-acre residential lot • Level, cleared land • Utilities at street • Minutes from downtown Memphis • Ideal for new construction • Build-to-ren
  • 0.73-acre residential lot • Level, cleared land • Utilities at street • Minutes from downtown Memphis • Ideal for new construction • Build-to-ren
  • 0.73-acre residential lot • Level, cleared land • Utilities at street • Minutes from downtown Memphis • Ideal for new construction • Build-to-ren
  • 0.73-acre residential lot • Level, cleared land • Utilities at street • Minutes from downtown Memphis • Ideal for new construction • Build-to-ren
  • 0.73-acre residential lot • Level, cleared land • Utilities at street • Minutes from downtown Memphis • Ideal for new construction • Build-to-ren

Executive Summary

Excellent infill development opportunity located at 1248 James St in Memphis, TN. This 0.73-acre vacant lot offers a large buildable footprint suitable for new residential construction, rental housing, multifamily, tiny homes, modular builds, or long-term land investment. The property is level, partially cleared, and positioned within minutes of downtown Memphis, major roadways, schools, retail, and employment centers.
The size of this parcel provides flexibility for developers, builders, or investors seeking either a single large homesite or multiple smaller units, depending on zoning approval. Utilities are available at the street, making the lot ready for planning and engineering work. The surrounding area continues to show redevelopment activity and increasing investor interest, making this an ideal time to secure a larger-than-average city lot in a growing corridor.
Whether purchased for immediate construction, buy-and-hold strategy, build-to-rent development, or future resale, this property offers strong potential in an affordable price range. The seller is open to both cash offers and seller-financing options, depending on terms. A rare opportunity to acquire nearly three-quarters of an acre within Memphis city limits, offering space, flexibility, and long-term upside.

Property Facts

Price $45,000
Sale Type Investment
Sale Conditions
Distress Sale
  • 1031 Exchange
  • Sale Leaseback
  • Ground Lease (Leasehold)
  • Ground Lease (Leased Fee)
  • Build to Suit
  • Bulk/Portfolio Sale
  • Lease Option
  • Deferred Maintenance
  • High Vacancy Property
  • Redevelopment Project
  • Building in Shell Condition
  • REO Sale
  • Short Sale
No. Lots 1
Property Type Land
Property Subtype Commercial
Proposed Use
Commercial
  • Industrial
  • Retail
  • Office
  • Mixed Use
  • Multifamily
  • Hospitality
  • Airplane Hangar
  • Airport
  • Apartment Units
  • Apartment Units - Condo
  • Apartment Units - Dorms
  • Apartment Units - Senior
  • Apartment Units - Subsidized
  • Auto Dealership
  • Auto Repair
  • Auto Salvage Facility
  • Bank
  • Bar
  • Baseball Field
  • Bowling Alley
  • Carwash
  • Casino
  • Cement or Gravel Plant
  • Cemetery or Mausoleum
  • Chemical or Oil Refinery
  • Community Center
  • Contractor Storage Yard
  • Convenience Store
  • Correctional Facility
  • Daycare Center
  • Department Store
  • Distribution
  • Drugstore
  • Fast Food
  • Food Processing
  • Funeral Home
  • Garden Center
  • General Freestanding
  • Golf Course or Driving Range
  • Healthcare
  • Health Club
  • Hold For Development
  • Hold For Investment
  • Horse Stables
  • Hospital
  • Hotel
  • Industrial Live or Work Unit
  • Industrial Park
  • Landfill
  • Lodge or Meeting Hall
  • Loft or Creative Space
  • Lumberyard
  • Manufactured Homes or Mobile Home Park
  • Marina
  • Master Planned Community
  • Medical
  • Motel
  • Movie Theater
  • Movie, Radio or Television Studio
  • Neighborhood Center
  • Office Park
  • Open Space
  • Outlet Center
  • Parking Garage
  • Parking Lot
  • Planned Unit Development
  • Police or Fire Station
  • Post Office
  • Power Center
  • Public Library
  • Public Park
  • Public Swimming Pool
  • Research and Development
  • Racetrack
  • Radio or Television Transmission Facility
  • Railroad Yard
  • Recycling Center
  • Refrigeration or Cold Storage
  • Regional Mall
  • Rehabilitation Center
  • Religious Facility
  • Restaurant
  • Retail Warehouse
  • Schools
  • Self Storage
  • Service Station
  • Shelter
  • Shipyard
  • Single Family Development
  • Skating Rink
  • Specialty, Festival or Entertainment
  • Storefront
  • Storefront, Retail or Office
  • Storefront, Retail or Residential
  • Strip Center
  • Supermarket
  • Theater or Concert Hall
  • Trailer or Camper Park
  • Truck Stop
  • Truck Terminal
  • Unknown
  • Utility Substation
  • Veterinarian or Kennel
  • Warehouse
  • Water Retention Facility
  • Water Treatment Facility
  • Winery or Vineyard
  • Amusement Park
  • Agricultural
  • Agribusiness
  • Pasture Ranch
  • Timberland
  • Single Family Residence
Total Lot Size 0.73 AC
Zoning EMP - Allows light industrial, commercial, office, warehousing, and employment-related uses. Flexible district suitable for business operations and developm

1 Lot Available

Lot

Price $45,000
Price Per AC $61,643.84
Lot Size 0.73 AC

0.73-acre vacant residential lot near downtown Memphis. Level, cleared, and ready for development. Ideal for single-family construction, multifamily, infill development, or long-term investment. Utilities available at street.

Description

This 0.73-acre lot at 1248 James St provides a prime residential development opportunity in the Memphis urban core. The property is larger than typical city lots and offers enough space for single-family construction, duplexes, small multifamily, or modular/tiny home development, subject to zoning and permitting. The land is level and mostly cleared, making it easier to begin development planning. Utilities, including water, sewer, and power, are available at the street. Located only minutes from downtown Memphis, the property sits within an area experiencing ongoing redevelopment and investor interest. The surrounding streets feature a mix of renovated homes, new construction, and long-term rental properties. With its strategic location, strong lot size, and development flexibility, the site is ideal for builders, investors, or individuals seeking an affordable property to construct a new home or rental units. This parcel provides excellent potential for appreciation and long-term value.

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
02-6026-0-0039
Land Assessment
$15,240
Improvements Assessment
$2,600
Total Assessment
$17,840
  • Listing ID: 38555127

  • Date on Market: 11/24/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 1248 James St, Memphis, TN 38106

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