Barry/Jefferson offers affordable, updated apartment homes for Memphis residents age 50 and older. The redevelopment includes improvements to two established communities, Jefferson Square Apartments and Barry Towers, both located in the heart of the city.
Together, these properties include 405 renovated apartment homes designed to remain affordable while offering greater comfort and reliability. Residents benefit from updated interiors, improved building systems, and enhanced shared amenities that support everyday living.
The Memphis Housing Authority in partnership with BGC Advantage and local community partners spearheaded this effort, focused on preserving and improving affordable housing for Memphis seniors. The renovations are made possible through a federal program called RAD (Rental Assistance Demonstration).
Jefferson Square Apartments at 741 Adams Avenue blends classic charm with fresh updates, offering a mix of studio, one-, and two-bedroom homes surrounded by shaded green spaces and easy access to downtown conveniences.
Barry Towers Apartments at 255 North Lauderdale Street provides modernized studio and one-bedroom homes in a 14-story high-rise setting, with panoramic city views and proximity to essential services, parks, and transportation.
At Barry/Jefferson, our goal is straightforward: to maintain affordability, improve living conditions, and provide apartment homes where residents 50 and over can live comfortably and confidently for years to come.