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Tennessee, TN
Memphis sits on the Mississippi River bluffs with a rich blues heritage and some of the most affordable housing in a mid-major city. Hot summers and occasional severe weather are the main moving considerations.
633,104
Population
$1,050
Average Rent
$30 – $480
Moving Cost Range
Memphis sits on the bluffs above the Mississippi River in southwest Tennessee, a city of deep musical heritage and a moving landscape shaped by its humid subtropical climate, sprawling footprint, and mix of grand old homes and suburban development. The city covers 324 square miles, making cross-town moves a 20–30 minute drive even without traffic. Midtown Memphis—encompassing Cooper-Young, Overton Square, and Central Gardens—features beautiful early 20th-century homes with hardwood floors, plaster walls, and mature tree-lined streets. Central Gardens is notable for its grand Tudor, Colonial, and Craftsman homes, many exceeding 3,000 square feet. Memphis heat is intense—temperatures climb above 90°F by late May and stay there through September, with Mississippi River humidity. Thunderstorms are common from April through October. The Memphis freeway system (I-40, I-240 loop, I-55, and I-269) is relatively manageable compared to larger metros. Memphis's housing affordability attracts steady in-migration, keeping the moving market active.
Central Gardens and Midtown homes have mature oak trees with canopies that can be as low as 9 feet over residential streets. Some blocks require parking the truck at the nearest intersection and hand-carrying items.
Memphis humidity is brutal from May through September. Wooden furniture and musical instruments can swell, warp, or detune during humid-weather moves. Use climate-controlled storage if staging between locations.
The I-40/I-240 interchange in Midtown Memphis is a traffic pinch point. For east-west moves across Midtown, use Poplar Avenue or Union Avenue as surface street alternatives.
Harbor Town and Mud Island are accessible via a single road from downtown. During Memphis in May events (the entire month of May), access can be severely restricted.
Cooper-Young has a very active neighborhood association that appreciates advance notice of large truck activity. It's not required, but notifying your neighbors goes a long way in this tight-knit community.
Memphis does not require temporary no-parking permits for residential moves. Street parking in Midtown and Cooper-Young is available but can be competitive during restaurant hours. Downtown Memphis and South Main have metered parking. Harbor Town and Mud Island have limited access via a single road. East Memphis's wide suburban streets make truck access straightforward.
Downtown Memphis condo buildings (including South Main and Bluff buildings) require freight elevator reservations and COI documentation. Crosstown Concourse, the massive repurposed Sears warehouse building, has its own specific move-in procedures. Central Gardens homes are individually owned with no formal building rules. Cooper-Young and Overton Square apartments generally require 24-hour move-in notice. Harbor Town homes operate under an HOA with specific rules about moving truck access and timing.
Discover what makes this city a great place to live.
Memphis has one of the lowest costs of living among major U.S. cities. Housing, food, and transportation costs are significantly below the national average, making your money go much further.
Home of blues, soul, and rock 'n' roll (Sun Studio, Stax Museum, Beale Street), plus legendary BBQ that draws food lovers from around the world. Memphis's cultural identity is unmatched.
FedEx's global headquarters calls Memphis home, making it one of the most connected logistics hubs in the world. Healthcare, manufacturing, and distribution create steady employment.
Average moving costs based on home size. Prices vary by distance and season.
* Estimates based on average local moves. Actual costs depend on distance, stairs, time of year, and additional services.
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Memphis summers are hot and humid (90°F+ with high humidity). Schedule moves for early morning and keep the truck ventilated.
Cooper-Young and Midtown homes are often 1920s–1940s era with narrow doorways and hardwood floors. Use floor runners and measure furniture.
Downtown Memphis and South Main lofts may require freight elevator booking and building approval for move-ins.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes. Monitor weather alerts closely during this season.
Beale Street and downtown events can cause road closures. Check the city events calendar before planning your move route.
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