The first European colonists in Frayser settled during the Revolutionary War, but the neighborhood evolved from farmlands to trackside summer homes throughout the 19th century. Once the railroad lost its relevance, the neighborhood started to shift, leaving many of its homes forgotten. Over the last decade, Frayser has developed from a neighborhood with many vacant properties to a revitalized community with a sense of identity through the efforts of the Frayser Community Development Corporation and the collaboration at spaces like the Frayser Community Urban Garden. Although a third of Frayser consists of industrial properties like the Nike Logistics Campus, there are still tall trees shading homes and undeveloped lots with vibrant greenery throughout the community. “Frayser is home to some of the prettiest typography in Memphis,” says Kris Goudy, a Broker with 360 RealtyPro who has been selling homes in the area for over 15 years. “It’s got rolling hills, valleys and mature oak and elm trees that offer beautiful foliage during the fall.” This beauty stems from its proximity to three rivers: the Mississippi, Wolf and Loosahatchie.
Frayser has many Memphis Art Project murals.
Frayser is located a few miles north of Downtown Memphis.
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Nearby employers and access to Interstate 69
Downtown Memphis is less than 10 miles away, and ramps to major thoroughfares like Interstate 40, Interstate 69 and Thomas Street are right in the neighborhood. Many Frayser residents work even closer to home at the Nike and Amazon distribution centers, both of which border New Allen Road in the east. For public transit, the Memphis Area Transit Authority buses stop throughout the community, from Thomas Street to Range Line Road. Although the General DeWitt Spain Airport is in Frayser, the nearest airport with commercial flights is Memphis International, 15 miles south.
Frayser is serviced by MATA.
Frayser is connected to the rest of the area via I-40 and I-69.
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Recently renovated homes south of the Loosahatchie River
First-time homebuyers flock to Frayser because its median price is about 50% lower than the Memphis median. Many houses are surrounded by tall trees and situated on lots up to an acre. Ranch-style homes built between 1950 and 1980 comprise most of the housing stock, many of which have undergone extensive renovation in recent years. There are still homes available in need of repair that cost between $35,000 and $70,000, but investment sales have dropped significantly over the last decade. Most turnkey homes cost between $100,000 and $150,000, though a few exceptions exist. “Frayser has some of the most affordable housing in the Memphis area,” says Goudy. “There’s also a new subdivision in the area, Wolf River Bluffs, that hopes to spur revitalization.” The subdivision features three-bedroom Craftsman homes with attached garages connected by a carefully maintained sidewalk that cost between $130,000 and $170,000. Homes closest to the rivers have an increased risk of flooding, but most residential properties are distanced from the water’s edge.
Cozy cottage home in Frayser.
Ranch style homes are common in Frayser.
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Hot dogs and southern favorites north of Interstate 40
The Frayser Village Shopping Center includes Kroger and Family Dollar along Frayser Boulevard. As expected in Memphis, the neighborhood is also home to several barbecue and soul food restaurants. On Route 51, local favorites include Big Dawgs Memphis, a specialty hot dog joint featured on Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible” in 2023. About 3 miles south, off Watkins Street, Joann’s Family Affair serves southern classics such as homemade cornbread and chitterlings.
Pick up groceries at the Kroger on Frayser Boulevard.
Joann Family Affair is a soul food restaurant in Frayser that's been in operation for 24 years.
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Playgrounds and ball fields from Firestone to Frayser Park
Most homes are within a mile of a playground, athletic field or walking trail. Frayser Park remains one of the most amenity-rich public spaces in the neighborhood because of its attached community center, outdoor pool and tennis center. Other options for playgrounds or walking trails include Pickett Park to the east and Grandview Park toward the south. Ball fields and basketball courts are in no short supply either, with Firestone Park among the most noteworthy options thanks to its football stadium and softball fields. New developments that aim to add greater appeal and connectivity to the neighborhood include the Hollywood and McLean section of the Wolf River Greenway, which links to Frayser’s Rodney Baber Park, and the newly constructed Frayser Library that is over four times the size of the previous facility.
Welcome sign at Frayser Park.
Enjoy the Ed Rice Community Center in Frayser.
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Memphis-Shelby County schools right in the neighborhood
The Memphis-Shelby County district serves Frayser, but not all students attend the same elementary schools. Students can start at Westside Elementary, which receives a C-minus from Niche, or one of three D-plus-graded schools in the area: Whitney Elementary, Frayser Elementary or Georgian Hills Elementary. From here, students can attend Grandview Heights Middle, which receives a C-minus, and Trezevant High, a D-plus-graded school with dual enrollment courses and industry certification options for skills like JavaScript and cosmetology.
Grandview Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Frayser.
Trezavant High School is operated by Memphis Public Schools.
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Community gardens and organizations throughout Frayser
The Frayser Community Urban Garden promotes a positive environment for the neighborhood with its public garden, annual Greens Cook-Off fundraiser and sensory garden space. Other organizations looking to connect the community and shape the future of Frayser include the Frayser Community Association, which hosts events throughout the year like the Frayser Holiday Parade in December, and the Frayser Community Development Corporation, which hosts workshops on financial literacy and homebuying.
Enjoy the indoor gym at Ed Rice Community Center
"Urban LIFT" is a mural by Charlie Forrester on Mill Ave in Frayser.
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Crime Scores above the national average
According to the CAP Index, Frayser's overall Crime Score is 6, and its homicide Crime Score is 9, both of which are higher than the national average of 4. The Memphis Public Safety heat map from the Memphis Police Department shows crime rates in 2024 as lower than downtown and Midtown, but the city also reports that the 38127 ZIP code accounted for 12% of the homicides for the first half of 2024.
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Parks in this Area
Georgian Hills Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Pickett Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Frayser Park
Picnic Area
Pool
Tennis
Rodney Baber Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Concessions
Westside Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Multi-Purpose Field
Denver Road Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Grandview Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Shivler Park
Ellis Park
Transit
Airport
Memphis International
24 min drive
Bus
Hawkins Mills & Lisa
Bus
Whitney & Kingston
Bus
Frayser & Range Hills
Bus
Stage Delano & Stage
Bus
Frayser & Frayser School
Bus
Danny Thomas & Whitney
Bus
Delano & Steele
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Frayser
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Frayser, Memphis sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Frayser, Memphis over the last 12 months is $104,753, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
45,656
Median Age
33
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,487
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,479
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.9%
% Population in Labor Force
59.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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