Why Memphis?
Meridian performed research on more than 360 of the nation’s largest Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSA’s), carefully examining the potential submarkets and properties. Many markets showed up strongly in our analysis in a few major categories but would be eliminated by shortcomings in others. Memphis stood out as having the best potential to optimize returns and minimize risk.
Market Analysis
These are the most important qualities for a market to possess when evaluating potential for SFR investments. Using a proprietary formula that carefully weighs each market quality, Meridian can determine the cash flow each submarket could generate.
Strong Economy
Stable Appreciation
Supply and Demand
Quality Properties
Quality Neighborhoods
High Rents
Low Taxes and Rates
Favorable Weather
Legal Environment
The Memphis Market is Hot 🔥
Memphis is a popular destination, commonly associated with Elvis Presley, great barbecue, and Blues music. What many investors are learning is that Memphis is also one of the most attractive markets for real estate investments.
Memphis is a strategically centered transportation hub that connects the United States by air, rail, river and road from coast to coast. With it’s unique location and pro-business foundation, Memphis is home to thousands of major corporations, which continually drives new, high-quality renters to the county.
America's Distribution Center
Memphis has unique logistical and geographical advantages which allowed for the creation of “America’s Distribution Center”. Memphis offers superior operational value and flexibility to the many industry supply and production chains operating in Memphis. This connectivity means the area is poised for continued growth and home price appreciation.
RAIL
3rd largest rail center in the US behind Chicago and St.Louis with 5 Class-One railroads
RUNWAY
Nation’s #1 largest cargo and freight airport and 2nd largest in the world next to Hong Kong
ROAD
Nation’s 3rd busiest trucking corridor which connects the Atlantic and the Pacific coasts together
RIVER
4th largest inland port in the US with more import duties than most major sea ports in the United States
Businesses Love Memphis
Memphis is home to thousands of companies, including several major corporations. The strong job market makes it an appealing place to live and attracts renters from all over the country. Learn more.
FedEx Corporation
Tennessee State Government
Methodist Le Bonheur Health Care Corp.
Shelby County Schools
City of Memphis
The Kroger Co
Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
Baptist Memorial Healthcare Corp.
Naval Support Activity Mid-South
Shelby County Government
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
DeSoto County School District
XPO Logistics Supply Chain
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Technicolor
Century Management, Inc.
Memphis Light, Gas & Water
Regional One Health
International Paper Co
University of Memphis
Tenet Healthcare dba St. Francis Healthcare
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
ServiceMaster Global Holdings Inc.
United Parcel Service Inc.
First Horizon National Corp.
Cummins Inc
Central Defense Security
Valenti Mid-South Management LLC
UTC-Carrier Corp
AutoZone Inc.
SRVS
AT&T Inc.
Allied Universal
Imperial Security
Nike, Inc
Medtronic
Walgreen Co.
Cambridge Franchise Holdings
Accredo Health Group Inc., (Subsidiary of Express Scripts Holding Co.)
SecurityOne
The Home Depot, Inc.
Electrolux
Schneider National, Inc.
ABB Electrification Products dba Thomas & Betts
Deutsche Post DHL
Target Corp.
Regions Financial Corp.
Flextronics Logistics USA
Dollar Tree Stores/ Family Dollar Stores
Lowe’s
The best places to invest around Memphis.
Each of these communities was carefully selected for its strong investment potential. Located in the greater Memphis MSA, they meet the highest standards for long-term growth, stability, and return on investment.
Mallard Park is a single-family community in Walls, Mississippi known for its lake views and walking trails—features that consistently enhance renter appeal and overall neighborhood...
Hedge Rose is a newer subdivision in Somerville, Tennessee, set within a larger, established community that continues to expand through multiple phases. The overall neighborhood...
Baker Estates is an upscale residential community in Horn Lake, Mississippi, featuring newly constructed single-family homes on oversized lots approaching half an acre. The subdivision...
Carrington Estates is a larger-format community in Oakland, Tennessee, positioned next to a golf course and offering a more open, country-style setting while still remaining...
Southbranch offers a newer inventory of single-family homes in Olive Branch with a clear emphasis on size, layout efficiency, and long-term usability. Most homes fall...
Silo Ridge Estates is a low-density community in Byhalia, Mississippi, offering new construction homes on expansive, wooded parcels that typically range from approximately 1.5 to...
Nicole Place is structured around efficiently sized homes that align closely with rent-to-price performance in the Horn Lake submarket. Most properties range from approximately 1,950...
Villages of Green Meadows is a small-scale, purpose-built residential community in Munford, Tennessee, offering a limited number of build-to-rent single-family homes within a low-density setting....
The Preserve at Cedar Bluff is a new construction community of premium homes, including build-to-rent investment properties, located in Olive Branch. Homes range from approximately...
