Cordova is a community in eastern Shelby County. Once an unincorporated town, much of Cordova has been annexed by Memphis and the rest of it remains in Memphis' annexation reserve. Cordova is the fastest growing community in the Memphis area and has enjoyed tremendous growth in recent years.
Statistics:
- Population: 66,628
- Median Age: 35.4 years
- Median Household Income: $76,011
- Average Home Value: $168,660
Location:
Cordova is located in eastern Shelby County and is bordered by Interstate 40 to the north, the Wolf River to the south, Houston Levee and Pisgah Roads to the East, and Shelby Farms to the west.
Schools:
Schools in Cordova are in two districts. Some are Memphis City Schools and others are Shelby County Schools. These schools include Chimneyrock Elementary School, Cordova Elementary School, Cordova Middle School, Cordova High School, Dexter Elementary School, Macon-Hall Elementary School, Dexter Middle School, and Mount Pisgah Middle School.
Places of Interest:
- Cordova Community Center
- Bellevue Baptist Church
2000 Appling Road
The biggest church in the Memphis area, this megachurch offers worship opportunities, community events, classes, and more. - Cordova Station
Macon Road at A Street
This now defunct train station was once home to the Cordova Library before it moved to the old Cordova Community Center on Sanga Road.
1017 Sanga Road
Housed in a school building that was built in 1913, the Cordova Community Center now houses community events, classes, and the Cordova museum.
History:
Cordova was founded in 1835. It was originally known as Allentown, named for James W. Allen who was a wealthy founding resident of the community. The area was primarily comprised of farms and it was farming that put the town on the map. Eventually, Allentown became a railroad stop which contributed to the town's growth. After several name changes, Allentown became Cordova. Cordova was situated in the Memphis annexation reserve and in 1995, the city annexed its first portion of Cordova.
