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Historic Midtown Memphis neighborhood close to outdoor attractions
The entrance to Vollintine Evergreen from the east on North Parkway consists of a natural tunnel of mature trees and views of the Rhodes College campus’ distinct stone Gothic Revival buildings. Sharing its name with two intersecting neighborhood streets, Vollintine Evergreen lies in a historic district mostly comprised of century-old cottages. During the week, many here make time for nature by walking, biking or jogging along the neighborhood’s V&E Greenline, while others head to Overton Park, the 342-acre home of the Memphis Zoo and one of the few surviving old-growth forests in the state. The neighborhood also forms part of Midtown, a core Memphis community known for its vibrant arts and dining scene. Paige Arnold, vice president for Crye-Leike Realtors Inc.’s East Memphis office says the neighborhood has the “Midtown vibe.” “Everybody loves everyone. They appreciate beautiful architecture and they want to keep it,” she says. “You can walk or bike to basically anything. You can also live in Vollintine Evergreen and hear the lions roar from the zoo.”
Craftsman bungalows with ‘gorgeous’ brickwork
Vollintine Evergreen mainly consists of 1920s and 1930s Craftsman-style bungalows with brick, stone and stucco sidings. The neighborhood also features some opulent Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival designs. The neighborhood's declared historic designation requires the Memphis Landmarks Commission to review any new construction or exterior work on the homes and is intended to protect the community's character. "The houses have some of the most gorgeous and unique brickwork you’ve ever seen in your life. It’s just absolutely gorgeous. No house looks the same and the styles are unique," explains Arnold. Most homes in Vollintine Evergreen have footprints no larger than 1,800 square feet, with only a few exceeding 3,000 square feet. Single-family home prices here run between $150,000 and the upper $300,000s; with some larger houses selling for over $500,000.
Vollintine-Evergreen is primarily made up of craftsman homes.
Vollintine-Evergreen features stately manors along North Parkway.
Vollintine-Evergreen homes were originally built in first half of the 20th century.
Vollintine-Evergreen's homes feature a diverse array of architectural styles.
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The Crosstown Concourse and home to Memphis’ oldest family-owned bar
Vollintine Evergreen’s eateries include spots like Cafe Eclectic, which serves up French press coffee and breakfasts made with Southern flair. Built in 1927, the Crosstown Concourse is an Art Deco and Art Moderne landmark that initially housed a Sears store and a warehouse. With its notable 14-story tower, the building — nicknamed the “Vertical Village” — was renovated in the 2010s and is now home to a mix of restaurants, bars, art galleries, performance spaces and apartments. Crosstown patrons can enjoy anything from fried chicken at Abner’s to frozen desserts at Sweet Magnolia Gelato to craft beers at the Crosstown Brewing Co. Vollintine Evergreen is also home to Alex’s Tavern, the oldest family-owned bar in the city. Regulars to the small and dimly lit establishment enjoy bar games and the occasional live band. Kroger is one of the nearest grocery store options.
Cafe Eclectic is a popular coffee shop in Vollintine-Evergreen.
Locals love Cafe Eclectic for their locally sourced food and artisan coffee.
Dino's Grill is just one of the numerous culinary options in and around Vollintine-Evergreen
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At the doorstep of the ‘jewel of Memphis’
Running diagonally across the community, the roughly 2-mile-long V&E Greenline trail and natural area is one of the neighborhood’s most popular amenities. Trail users will find public art and musical spaces complete with playable xylophones. The miles of trail in nearby Overton Park include dirt paths that allow for nature walks through a forest mainly populated by tulip poplar, oak and hickory trees. Other attractions include a pond, a playground and an arched gateway that is adorned with a heap of multi-colored bicycles. This park is also home to the Memphis Zoo, where occupants range from moon jellyfish to prominent land mammals like hippopotamuses and grizzly bears. In 2024, Newsweek readers voted the zoo as the second best in the country. “Overton Park is beautiful. It’s the jewel of Memphis. Between the hiking trails, the dog park, the music, the Shell, it’s incredible. And now they fixed up the golf course and made it even better,” says Tom Christiansen, a former Memphis area resident who recently stopped by the park to play at its 9-hole golf course.
Vollintine-Evergreen is a lush neighborhood with old growth trees and plentiful gardens.
The Vollintine-Evergreen Greenline features art and sculptures along the path.
Art and murals can be found all over Vollintine-Evergreen.
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The Snowden School’s advanced programs
While the entire neighborhood isn’t zoned for it, this part of the city is best known for the Snowden School, which is run out of an ornate building dating back to the year 1909. The school serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade and receives a C-plus rating from Niche. Snowden offers high school credits for several of its courses and students who excel in subjects like science and math can even earn laptops. Other schools serving this area include the Vollentine Elementary School and Grandview Heights Middle School, which respectively receive C-minus and C grades from Niche. Students can finish their education at Manassas High School, which receives a C-minus score from Niche. Rhodes College is a private institution that several publications have named among the best liberal arts schools in the country.
Vollentine Elementary School is an optional public elementary school in Midtown Memphis.
Central High School is a public high school in Midtown Memphis.
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Vollintine-Evergreen is 5-10 minutes from downtown Memphis.
Annual Artwalk to support V&E Greenline
The V&E Greenline Artwalk held in early October is one of several annual neighborhood festivities. Based around the Kirby Station House, the event raises money for the trail’s upkeep and features over 40 artists selling crafts like pottery, jewelry or sculptures. Festivalgoers can listen to live music as they browse the booths and sample beers, wines and snacks. The zoo is another place for annual celebrations, like Zootoberfest, a month-long series of weekend events held throughout October. At Zootoberfest, local breweries often make an appearance, serving up drinks to visitors, who enjoy their beers out of glass steins as they explore the zoo's many exhibits.
Vollintine-Evergreen is supported by MATA, or the Memphis Area Transit Authority.
Close to I-40 and several Memphis medical facilities
Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) buses are a public transportation option that serve this neighborhood. Despite the MATA service, however, most Memphians — including Vollintine Evergreen residents — drive to get around the city. This neighborhood is about 1 mile east of Interstate 40, which combines with Interstates 69 and 240 to form a beltway around the city. Jackson Avenue also provides one of the main routes to downtown Memphis, which is about 3 miles from the neighborhood. Methodist University Hospital, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and Regional One Health are some of the closest major medical facilities. all of which are about 3 miles away from Vollintine Evergreen. Methodist and Le Bonheur Children’s have affiliations with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, a medical school under the UT system. For those who need to catch out-of-state flights. the Memphis International Airport is about 9 miles south.
Important to know
Vollintine Evergreen has an overall CAP Index crime score of 5 out of 10, which puts it slightly above the national average of 4. When it comes to safety, however residents say the neighborhood compares favorably to much of the city, which has long struggled with crime. “You still do have crime, but it’s relatively low. I personally have not been affected by much crime, at all,” says Joshua First, a resident of the neighborhood for over 10 years and chair of the V&E Greenline Committee. “You’re always looking for that sweet spot, where you have affordability, but also manageable levels of crime.”
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Parks in this Area
Overton Park
Dog Park
Golf
Trails
Williamson Park
Soccer
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Gooch Park
Pool
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
Lucille Price Park
Basketball
Lake
Picnic Area
University Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Memphis International
14 min drive
Bus
Watkins & Jackson
Bus
Jackson & Navalon
Bus
Watkins & Brown
Bus
N Parkway & University
Bus
Jackson Ave & Mcneil
Bus
Vollintine & Mclean
Bus
Jackson & Garland
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Vollintine Evergreen
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,941
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,511
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,225
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.1%
College Graduates
44.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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