The Coolest Neighborhoods in Memphis

Crosstown

This up-and-coming arts district expanded in August 2017 when the Sears Crosstown building underwent renovations. Known as the Crosstown Concourse, the mixed-use development comprises commercial, residential and retail partners, including restaurants, a grocery store, an art center and a charter high school. You’ll also find Memphis’ only hula-hooping fitness studio and Midtown Crossing, a local bar that hosts art shows and comedy nights. Catch nightly punk music shows at Hi Tone with your new neighbors, mostly young professionals and lower-income families.
Crosstown, Memphis, TN, USA

Binghampton

Many low-income families and young millennials call Binghampton home, where rent is cheap and the community is tightly-knit. Residents enjoy the Broad Avenue Arts District, the Hampline bicycle path and the eateries along Broad Avenue. Caritas Village, the community center, was established to break down hostility among people of different backgrounds. Wiseacre Brewing Co., one of Memphis’ main breweries, is not far from the arts district and features a taproom, rec room, an adult arcade and vintage gaming consoles.
Binghampton, Memphis, TN, USA

Harbor Town

Harbor Town is on the Northern edge of downtown on Mud Island. The area features upscale townhomes and condos overlooking the Mississippi River. Empty-nesters and upper-class families make-up a large portion of the residents in this relatively small area that is somewhat isolated from downtown. Food and drink offerings are a bit lacking, but you will find coffee shop Cafe Eclectic, and Miss Cordelia’s grocery. Residents enjoy Mud Island River Park, a free public park with a river walk that is an exact scale model of the lower Mississippi River, where visitors can wade in the water or ride pedal boats.
Harbor Town, Memphis, TN, USA

Midtown

Midtown is where artistic folks gather. Hipsters and political progressives make up most of the residents in the historic homes with wraparound porches, as well as the rundown apartments just blocks away. The area is home to Overton Square, which has bars and restaurants with incredibly diverse food options. Some of the hot spots include Bayou Bar & Grill, Bar Louie, The Crazy Noodle and Bari Ristorante. Overton Park has 342-acres with running trails, natural forests, a dog park, a lake, the Levitt Shell amphitheater and plenty of space to enjoy picnics or a game of Frisbee.
Midtown, Memphis, TN, USA

Cordova

You’ll find middle-class families in Cordova’s range of homes from midsized to massive, as well as some apartment complexes. The two-story shopping mall, Wolfchase Galleria, includes most major retailers. Eateries include locally owned restaurants and chains, such as the Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, Casbah Restaurant and Chang’s Bubble Tea Cafe, as well as the mainstays Chili’s, Applebee’s and On The Border.

Cordova, Memphis, TN, USA

The University District is home to the University of Memphis, so you’ll find college students and recent graduates here. Highland Row is where the action happens, including Newby’s, which has been dubbed “The college bar you never graduate from.” Brother Juniper’s is a popular brunch spot, and residents get their caffeine fix at Avenue Coffee.