Living in Germantown, Tennessee
Explore homes for sale in Germantown TN and discover one of the Greater Memphis area’s most established communities, known for beautiful neighborhoods, parks, schools, shopping, and convenient access to Memphis.
About Germantown
Welcome to Germantown, Tennessee
Why People Love Germantown
Germantown has long been one of the Memphis area’s most desirable suburban communities.
Located just east of Memphis, Germantown combines established neighborhoods, attractive homes, mature trees, excellent schools, parks and recreational opportunities with convenient access to shopping, restaurants, healthcare and major roads.
The community also has a distinct identity of its own, with a strong emphasis on parks, greenways, arts, history and quality of life.
✓ Germantown Municipal School District
✓ Highly established neighborhoods
✓ Mature trees and attractive residential streets
✓ Extensive parks and greenway system
✓ More than 600 acres of parks and green spaces
✓ Convenient access to Poplar Avenue and Germantown Parkway
✓ Excellent shopping and dining
✓ Germantown Performing Arts Center
✓ Wolf River Nature Area and Greenway
✓ Close to Memphis, Collierville and Cordova
Germantown Scorecard
Schools ★★★★★
Parks & Recreation ★★★★★
Shopping & Dining ★★★★★
Location & Convenience ★★★★★
Neighborhood Variety ★★★★★
Popular Neighborhoods in Germantown
Germantown offers a wide variety of established neighborhoods, from traditional subdivisions with mature trees to upscale communities featuring larger homes and lots.
Germantown Estates
An established Germantown neighborhood known for mature landscaping, traditional homes and a convenient location near schools, shopping and recreation.
Dogwood Creek
A popular residential area offering attractive homes in a well-established suburban setting.
Poplar Estates
Located near Poplar Avenue, this area provides convenient access to shopping, restaurants and many of Germantown’s amenities.
Riverdale
A desirable area in eastern Germantown with established homes and convenient access to schools, parks and the Wolf River area.
Germantown Park
A well-established residential community with traditional homes, mature trees and convenient access to Germantown’s central amenities.
Kimbrough Woods
A popular area offering larger homes and an established neighborhood atmosphere near the Wolf River corridor.
Thornwood
One of Germantown’s newer upscale developments, featuring attractive homes, shops, restaurants and community amenities.
Schools
Germantown Schools
Education is one of the major reasons families choose Germantown.
The Germantown Municipal School District (GMSD) provides public education for students within the district and includes elementary, middle and high school options. The district currently lists Dogwood Elementary, Farmington Elementary, Forest Hill Elementary, Riverdale K-8, Houston Middle and Houston High among its schools.
Dogwood Elementary School
Grades K–5
Farmington Elementary School
Grades K–5
Forest Hill Elementary School
Grades K–5
Riverdale K–8 School
Grades K–8
Houston Middle School
Grades 6–8
Houston High School
Grades 9–12
Germantown is also home to several private and specialty schools, giving families additional educational options.
School attendance zones can change, and not every Germantown address is assigned to the same school. Buyers should verify current school assignments for a specific property before making a purchase decision.
🍽 Restaurants
Dining Around Germantown
Germantown offers a diverse restaurant scene ranging from Memphis barbecue and Southern favorites to upscale dining and international cuisine.
Southern Social
An upscale Germantown dining destination known for Southern-inspired cuisine, steaks, seafood and an elegant atmosphere.
Germantown Commissary
A longtime local favorite serving Memphis-style barbecue and Southern comfort food.
Las Tortugas
A popular locally owned restaurant serving Mexican and Latin American-inspired dishes.
Stoney River Steakhouse
An upscale-casual steakhouse offering steaks, seafood and American favorites along Poplar Avenue.
Forest Hill Grill
A casual Germantown neighborhood restaurant and sports bar offering American favorites, burgers, sandwiches, seafood and other comfort-food options.
Germantown’s Poplar Avenue, Germantown Parkway and surrounding shopping districts provide residents with an extensive selection of additional restaurants and everyday conveniences.
Parks & Recreation
Parks and Outdoor Activities
Parks and outdoor recreation are a major part of the Germantown lifestyle.
The city maintains 29 parks, sports complexes, special facilities and green spaces covering more than 600 acres. The Germantown Greenway is also expanding as part of a larger trail network connecting neighborhoods, schools and parks.
Wolf River Nature Area
One of Germantown’s most valuable natural assets, the Wolf River Nature Area provides opportunities for walking, running, cycling and enjoying the area’s natural landscape.
Germantown Greenway
The Germantown Greenway provides paved trails for walkers, runners and bicyclists and connects portions of the city’s parks and natural areas.
Johnson Road Park
A nearly 60-acre park featuring fishing lakes, tennis courts, athletic facilities, a disc golf course and connections to the Germantown Greenway.
Cameron Brown Park
A popular sports and recreation destination featuring baseball and softball fields, pickleball courts, picnic areas, a fishing lake and a walking trail.
Municipal Park
Located near the heart of Germantown’s municipal campus, this park includes tennis courts, a fishing lake, playground, picnic areas and access to other community destinations.
Nashoba Park
An 18-acre natural area with a fishing lake, picnic areas and connections to the Germantown Greenway.
Homes for Sale
Whether you’re already living in Germantown, relocating to the Memphis area or simply exploring your options, Next Move Connection makes it easier to discover the community and find your next home. Listings are updated directly from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).