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Bartlett, TN
Bartlett · Shelby County · TN 38134
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$207K
Median Price
39/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
35 min
to Memphis, TN
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
FSafety
38/100
BSchools
75/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
39/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Bartlett offers solid schools and an affordable price point, but it’s a car‑dependent suburb with low walkability and limited local amenities. It’s a reasonable choice if you’re commuting to Memphis and can live with the lack of transit options.
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The Good
- ✓Good school performance (average rating 7.1)
- ✓Affordable median home price ($167,800) relative to median income ($57,630)
- ✓Low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
- ✓Quiet suburban environment
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 2 means almost every errand requires a car
- !No public transit options; commute to Memphis can be stressful
- !Limited dining, nightlife, and green space options
- !Property crime rates in the area tend to be higher than national average
- $Property taxes can be significant for a $167k home
- $Ongoing car costs: fuel, insurance, maintenance
- $Utility costs and possible HOA fees for newer developments
Best For
Suburban familiesBudget‑conscious buyersCommuters to MemphisFirst‑time home buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Bartlett, TN
F
Safety grade
Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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