Downtown

Harbor Town

image of Harbor Town houses
Photo by Peter Barta

Located on a sandbar peninsula known as Mud Island, Harbor Town offers upscale homes, apartment complexes, and scenic views of the Mississippi River, Wolf River Harbor and the city skyline. The neighborhood’s walkability, human-centric design, housing options and close proximity to Downtown make it a sought-after community for young professionals.

In the late 80s, the peninsula where Harbor Town stands was an undeveloped sandbar situated between the Mississippi and Wolf River Harbor. Today, the thriving planned community of 3,000 Memphians is not only a trendy place to live, but a national case study in New Urbanism.

image of Harbor Town houses
Photo by Peter Barta

The community was built to be walkable and human-centered, encouraging interactions between neighbors and deprioritizing the use of cars. Housing is dense and varied; options including apartments, row houses and single-family homes.

Front porches provide space for catch-ups and conversation. Tree-lined streets connect residents to paved trails, public parks and children’s playgrounds, while local businesses such as Cordelia’s Market grocery store, a gym, health and dental practices, bars and restaurants are a short stroll away.

Recreation abounds on Mud Island, and Harbor Town residents can take advantage of a variety of activities, from waterside yoga to boating. A local marina offers slips for rent or purchase.

And food lovers will find plenty of options, from the fine seafood and steaks at Paulette’s Restaurant to the burgers, beers and happy hour specials at Tug’s Casual Grill.