Shelby County Tennessee real estate
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The Tennessee General Assembly established Shelby County on November 24, 1819, a year after the "Jackson Purchase" and Chickasaw treaty freed West Tennessee from Indian claims. The county is named after Isaac Shelby, a Revolutionary War veteran and former governor of Kentucky. Although sparsely populated at the time, Shelby County began its existence as Tennessee's largest in area, it had 784 square miles, and is now also the largest county in population with over 860,000 people.
In 1826 Memphis was incorporated as a town, but almost two years earlier, the county seat had been relocated to the village of Raleigh which was located squarely in the center of the county. There it remained until after the Civil War, when in 1868 it was brought back to Memphis. Other early settlements include Big Creek, and the log cabin which would expand into Davies Manor at Brunswick dates from 1807. Obviously, these early settlers had made their own arrangements with the Indians. Near Big Creek, further south towards Memphis, was the Egypt settlement. During the nineteenth century, lasting towns were also established at Bartlett, Collierville, Millington, and Arlington. Several incorporations have been attempted in the twentieth century, but only one, Lakeland, has survived.
If you're looking for a home, a good option would be to consider one of the many beautiful neighborhoods in Shelby County. In 2000, Worth Magazine named four Shelby County neighborhoods to the list of the 50th wealthiest neighborhoods in the United States. Belvedere Boulevard in midtown Memphis was featured on an episode of HGTV's Dream Drives. From The Pinch District in downtown Memphis to suburban life in The Harvest Knoll Neighborhood Association in the southeast section of the county, Shelby County neighborhoods offer unique styles and diversity.
Shelby County is host to several national and international events. There is something to interest everyone. Experience the thrill of the Beale Street Labor Day Music Festival, the Blues First Weekend or Elvis Tribute Week. The arts are represented in the Arts in the Park or the internationally acclaimed Wonder Series Exhibitions. If sports are your thing, don't miss the AXA Liberty Bowl, the FedEx St. Jude Golf Classic or the Kroger St. Jude Tennis Championships.
Graceland, the Elvis Presley Mansion
Liberty land Amusement Park
Memphis Botanic Garden
Memphis Queen Line
Memphis Rock n Soul Museum
Memphis Zoo
Mud Island River Park
Music Commission
National Civil Rights Museum
National Ornamental Metal Museum
Peabody Hotel
Pyramid Arena
Sun Studio
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