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The Most Expensive ZIP Codes in Memphis

Ranked from observed Zillow data as of August 2026 — not a forecast. 71 ZIP codes in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area. See the Memphis forecast →

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5 most expensive ZIP codes in Memphis, TN are shown at larger size; all 76 ZIPs shown, colored by typical home value and sized by population. 15 have a full ZIP page (ringed in blue) — click one to view it.

Which are the best ZIP codes to buy in Memphis?

There is no single answer, because "best" depends on what a buyer is optimizing for. The three tables below rank the same 71 ZIP codes three different ways: by typical home value, by how much prices have actually moved over the past year, and by how far a home's price stretches against observed rent. A ZIP code that leads one list rarely leads all three.

Most expensive — August 2026

Ranked by typical home value (Zillow ZHVI), highest first.

#ZIPCityPopulationTypical value
138028Eads7.7K$606,435
238139Germantown16.3K$589,734
338066Rossville3.7K$526,180
438017Collierville56.4K$508,241
538138Germantown25.4K$435,308

Fastest-appreciating — past 12 months

Ranked by observed price change over the trailing year, not a forecast.

#ZIPCityPopulationTypical value1-yr change
172348Hughes2.2K$178,773+10.3%
238049Braden4.3K$234,609+8.5%
338015Gilt Edge2.2K$235,864+6.8%
472301West Memphis24.2K$133,314+6.5%
538668Senatobia14.1K$248,883+5.5%

Best rental value — past 12 months

Ranked by price-to-rent (typical value ÷ observed annual rent), lowest first. These are the ZIP codes where buying looks cheapest relative to renting.

#ZIPCityPopulationTypical valuePrice ÷ annual rent
138108Memphis18.5K$72,4855.5×
238106Memphis21.8K$58,3085.6×
338109Memphis43.8K$92,1376.6×
438127Memphis39.6K$90,5366.9×
538114Memphis20.4K$74,6807×

Frequently asked questions

What is the most expensive ZIP code in the Memphis area?

38028 (Eads), with a typical home value of $606,435 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published.

Which are the best ZIP codes to buy in Memphis?

It depends on the goal. This page ranks three separately: the most expensive ZIP codes (highest typical value), the fastest-appreciating (largest observed price gain over the past year), and the best rental value (lowest price relative to observed rent). The three lists often name different ZIP codes.

Is this page showing forecasts?

No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasts, at the metro level, are on the linked metro forecast page.

ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.