Cordova, TN

Cordova is one of the best places to rent an apartment in the Memphis area thanks to its balance of convenience, green space, and value. Trailside at Greenline is located in Cordova, placing residents close to major employers, recreation, and everyday essentials.

Other popular nearby areas include:

• Germantown – Known for shopping, dining, and established residential neighborhoods. Trailside offers similar convenience with added value.
• East Memphis – Convenient for professionals working near major healthcare and corporate employers.

Why Rent in Cordova?

Residents enjoy a location that combines suburban comfort with access to regional destinations, including:

• Shelby Farms Park
• Shelby Farms Greenline
• Cameron Brown Park
• Germantown Parkway shopping and dining
• Downtown Memphis, approximately 22 miles away via I-40 E

For renters seeking apartments in Cordova, TN, Trailside at Greenline offers an ideal blend of outdoor recreation, commuter convenience, and thoughtfully designed apartment homes.

Trailside Living

Living in Cordova is unique because it offers easy access to nature without sacrificing connectivity. At Trailside at Greenline, residents live just steps from the Shelby Farms Greenline, a popular trail that links neighborhoods, parks, and recreation throughout Shelby County.

Convenient Access to Memphis

Cordova places residents within commuting distance of some of the Memphis area's largest employers, including:

• FedEx
• St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
• AutoZone
• Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

This makes it easy to balance work, recreation, and everyday life.

Spacious Homes with Valuable Amenities

Trailside at Greenline stands out with features designed for comfort and convenience, including:

• One-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes
• Townhome-style floor plans
• Private entries
• Attached one- and two-car garages in select homes
• Resort-style community amenities

Residents enjoy the feel of a private retreat while staying connected to everything Cordova and Memphis have to offer.

Outdoor Recreation

Cordova is a great destination for active lifestyles and outdoor adventures.

• Walk, run, or bike along the Shelby Farms Greenline
• Explore Shelby Farms Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country
• Spend time outdoors at Cameron Brown Park
• Practice your swing at Vantage Point Golf Center

Dining & Local Attractions

Residents have easy access to popular local destinations nearby, including:

• Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
• Petals of Peony
• Cordova Pit Stop Food Truck Park
• Cordova International Farmers Market
• Historic Cordova Train Station

Access to Memphis Attractions

Cordova's location also makes it easy to enjoy major Memphis destinations while returning home to a quieter suburban setting. Downtown Memphis is approximately 22 miles away via I-40 E.

Easy Access to Memphis Employment Centers

Cordova is well-positioned for professionals commuting to major employers throughout the Memphis area. Trailside at Greenline is approximately 22 miles from downtown Memphis via I-40 E, providing convenient regional access.

Nearby Major Employers

Residents enjoy access to several leading employers, including:

• FedEx
• St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
• Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
• AutoZone Corporate Offices

Connected Location

Trailside at Greenline sits near major transportation corridors, including Germantown Parkway, helping simplify daily commutes and travel throughout the Memphis metropolitan area. Combined with nearby recreation and shopping, Cordova offers an excellent live-work balance for professionals.

Community Amenities

The best apartment amenities are the ones that enhance daily life, and Trailside at Greenline offers a well-rounded collection of resident-focused features, including:

• Resort-style swimming pool
• Newly renovated clubhouse
• Fitness center
• Business center
• Dog park
• Gated access
• Car care center
• Laundry facility

In-Home Features

Inside the apartment homes, residents enjoy thoughtful finishes designed for comfort and convenience:

• Designer gourmet kitchens
• Generous closet space
• Private patios or balconies in select homes
• Garden tubs in select homes
• In-home washers and dryers in select residences
• Private entries in townhome-style layouts
• Attached one- or two-car garages in select homes

A Lifestyle Connected to the Greenline

What truly sets Trailside at Greenline apart is its direct proximity to the Shelby Farms Greenline. Residents can enjoy easy access to walking, running, biking, and outdoor recreation while still benefiting from spacious apartment homes and resort-inspired amenities.

Yes, the indoor resident fitness center at Trailside at Greenline is open 24/7. Unlike the community's outdoor swimming pool, which closes in the evening, the health club is fully accessible to residents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via secure electronic keycard access.

The property offers a robust lineup of outdoor and indoor amenities designed around an active lifestyle.

• Resort-Style Swimming Pool & Grilling Station: The centerpiece of the outdoor space includes a sundeck, a lounge area, and a dedicated community barbecue/picnic pavilion for grilling.
• Business Center: A dedicated, quiet workspace optimized for remote work, study, or focus away from your apartment
• Fitness Center: An on-site health club equipped for cardio and strength training, accompanied by a flexible open space suitable for stretching or yoga.
• Direct Trail Access: The community is situated just steps from the Memphis Greenline trail system, making it easy to hop on a bike or go for a run down toward Shelby Farms Park or Cameron Brown Park.
• Convenience Features: The gated property also provides a newly renovated resident clubhouse, an on-site car care center, an available EV charging station, and select floor plans featuring private direct entries and attached garages.

Apartment amenities include

• Designer Gourmet Kitchens
• Crown Molding Architectural detailing
• Private Patios & Balconies* Available in select floor plans
• In-Unit Washer & Dryer* Available in select units
• Garden Tubs* Deep soaking tubs available in select units
• Intrusion Alarm Systems Built-in security feature

Note: Amenities marked with an asterisk (*) are select features and may not be available in every floor plan or apartment home.

Please reference our amenities page for a complete list of Trailside at Greenline’s community and apartment amenities.

Yes, Trailside at Greenline features an on-site dog park right on the property grounds. Billed as a bark park, it offers a dedicated, fenced-in area where residents can let their pets run off-leash and socialize.

Massive Off-Leash Areas Nearby

If your dog needs more room to stretch their legs than a typical apartment pet park provides, the property sits directly next to some of the best dog-friendly spaces in the region:

• The Memphis Greenline: Directly accessible right outside your front door for long, shaded leash walks.
• The Outback at Shelby Farms Park: Located just a 5-minute drive away, this massive 100-acre off-leash dog park features wide-open fields, hiking trails, unfenced rolling hills, and dedicated ponds specifically for dogs who love to swim.

Trailside at Greenline offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom floor plans, ranging from 662 square feet up to 1,435 square feet. The layouts are split into standard garden apartments and multi-level, townhome-style floor plans.

All units feature full-size washer and dryer hookups, allowing you to bring your own machines or rent a set. If your unit does not include an in-unit washer and dryer, you can utilize the community's on-site clothes care facility.

Trailside at Greenline is located at 8546 Prestine Loop, Cordova, TN 38018, tucked into a quiet pocket of the Cordova area just east of the city of Memphis.

Trailside at Greenline’s central location in Cordova places it just minutes away from several of the area’s largest healthcare, education, and institutional employers.

Major Employers Within Minutes

• The Wolf River Medical Corridor
  • Key Institutions: Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Campbell Clinic Orthopedics, and The Imaging Center.
  • Commute: 10 minutes. This sprawling medical hub along Wolf River Boulevard and Germantown Parkway employs thousands of doctors, nurses, researchers, and healthcare administrative staff.
• Local Education Systems
  • Key Institutions: Memphis School of Excellence (Cordova campus) and Cordova Secondary (Cordova High/Middle school complexes).
  • Commute: 5 to 7 minutes. These campuses are major employers for educators, administrators, support staff, and athletic coordinators in the immediate neighborhood.
• Bellevue Baptist Church
  • Significance: One of the largest megachurches in the United States.
  • Commute: 8 minutes. Beyond its ministry, the massive Appling Road campus functions like a large corporation, employing a massive workforce spanning facility management, technical production, childcare, administration, and education.
• Corporate Commutes via I-40 & Germantown Parkway
  • Because the property sits right off Germantown Parkway with fast access to Interstate 40, residents also enjoy a straightforward 15-to-20-minute commute to the region's largest economic engines:
  • FedEx World Headquarters (Collierville/Southwind modules)
  • International Paper (East Memphis corporate towers)

What school district is Trailside at Greenline located in?

• Trailside at Greenline is located within the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district.
• While the property has a Cordova address, it falls under the consolidated public school district serving the city of Memphis and unincorporated Shelby County.
• Assigned Public Schools
  • Based on the current MSCS boundary maps for the property's location on Prestine Loop, the standard public-school zone includes:
    • Elementary School: Cordova Elementary School
    • Middle School: Cordova Middle School
    • High School: Cordova High School
• Nearby Tuition-Free Public Charters
  • The Memphis School of Excellence (MSE) has a prominent Cordova campus located just minutes away. MSE operates as a tuition-free public charter school authorized by MSCS, offering an alternative STEM-focused enrollment track for residents in the immediate area.

What are the closest universities to Trailside at Greenline?

• The University of Memphis (25-minute commute)
• Southwest Tennessee Community College (Macon Cove Campus) (12-minute commute)
• Union University (Memphis Campus) (10-minute commute)
• University of Memphis - Kemmons Wilson Culinary Institute (10-minute commute)
• Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary (8-minute commute)

What is there to do in Cordova?

• Malco Cordova Cinema Grill: This upgraded theater features luxury recliner seating and a full-service kitchen and bar, allowing you to order chef-crafted food, appetizers, and cocktails delivered straight to your seat while you watch a film.
• Cordova Pit Stop Food Truck Park: A lively community gathering spot featuring a shifting lineup of local Memphis food trucks, outdoor seating, and casual weekend vibes. It is a fantastic option for a quick bite or sampling diverse local street food.
• Bellevue Baptist Church: Beyond weekend services, this landmark campus hosts massive annual community events, theatrical productions (like the Singing Christmas Tree), specialized sports leagues, and public recreational spaces.
• Cordova International Farmers Market: One of the most unique shopping experiences in the Memphis area. It features an incredible, sprawling selection of hard-to-find international foods, specialty spices, a massive fresh seafood counter, and global produce sources from all over the world.
• Colonial Country Club: Known historically for hosting the PGA Tour's Memphis tournament, this premier facility offers a championship 18-hole golf course, immaculate fairways, private dining, tennis courts, and a swimming pool.
• Vantage Point Golf Center: Perfect for both serious golfers and casual groups looking for a fun night out. It features a sprawling driving range, professional instruction, and Top Tracer tracking technology to turn practicing into an interactive game.

MSCS

Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary, Southwest Community College - Macon Cove Campus, Union University Memphis, University of Memphis - Kemmons Wilson Culinary Institute

Malcon Cordova Cinema Grill, Cordova Pit Stop Food Truck Park, Bellevue Baptist Church, Cordova International Farmers Market, Colonial Country Club, Vantage Point Golf Center

The Trailside at Greenline apartments are located just 3 miles from the main entrance of Shelby Farms Park.

Depending on how you prefer to travel, the journey is quick and convenient:

• By Car: It takes roughly 5 to 7 minutes driving straight down Germantown Parkway or taking the back roads via Mullins Station Road.
• By Bike / Foot: Since the apartment community sits directly on the trail system, you can jump onto the Shelby Farms Greenline and bike or jog the 3 miles directly into the heart of the park without ever having to share the road with cars.

Depending on traffic, your travel times and routes include:

• By Car (Standard Traffic): Typically, a 25- to 30-minute drive. The most direct route is to take Germantown Parkway north to jump right onto I-40 West, which takes you straight into the heart of the downtown core.

20 miles

Yes, Trailside at Greenline strictly requires credit and background checks for all adult applicants. When you apply through the Trailside at Greenline Resident Portal, every household member aged 18 or older must authorize these screenings.

The community uses a third-party screening service to evaluate your application against objective background criteria.

• Credit & Rental History: Your credit report is evaluated to gauge future rent payment reliability. A history of prior evictions or outstanding balances or judgments owed to previous landlords or utility companies can result in an immediate denial. If your credit is accepted with conditions, you may be approved subject to a higher security deposit.
• Income Verification: Separate from your credit score, all leaseholders must show a combined verifiable gross income of at least 3 times the monthly rent.
• Criminal Background Check: The property conducts a limited criminal history search. They specifically flag felony or misdemeanor convictions that present a direct threat to the community or property, such as major violent crimes, property offenses, fraud, sex offenses, or major drug offenses.

Yes, guarantors are accepted at Trailside at Greenline for applicants who have insufficient credit history or do not quite meet the standard income requirements. Learn more here.

Yes, your security deposit at Trailside at Greenline is fully refundable after you move out, provided you meet the terms of your lease agreement.

Yes, Trailside at Greenline offers limited-time move-in specials designed to significantly lower your upfront costs. Contact your leasing agent for more information.

Yes, maintaining renter's liability insurance is a strict lease requirement at Trailside at Greenline.

The property requires residents to protect against accidental damage to the apartment building or community spaces.

Your Insurance Options

When you sign your lease, you have two primary options to fulfill this policy:

• Provide Your Own Third-Party Policy: Purchase coverage from an insurer such as State Farm, GEICO, or Lemonade, then upload the declarations page to the resident portal.
• Opt Into the Property's Waiver Program: If you do not want to set up an outside insurance policy, the community offers an insurance waiver program. This fee is added directly to your monthly ledger to satisfy the lease requirement.

Important Note: The property's waiver program typically only covers the property owner's building from liability damages (like fire or smoke). It usually does not protect your personal belongings (electronics, clothes, furniture) in the event of theft or water damage. Getting your own independent renters insurance policy is highly recommended to protect your personal property.

Yes, Trailside at Greenline is a highly pet-friendly community that welcomes both dogs and cats. The property is designed with pet owners in mind, offering an on-site "bark park" and direct access to the Memphis Greenline trail for scenic, daily walks. Learn more here.

Yes, Trailside at Greenline hosts events curated by the property management team to help neighbors connect, socialize, and enjoy community spaces.

$400 Pet fee (nonrefundable), $25/mo pet rent per pet, must complete PetScreening profile

Yes, Trailside at Greenline provides 24-hour on-site professional emergency maintenance.

For non-emergency requests, you can easily log in to submit a ticket, track status, and upload photos directly via the Resident Portal App. However, for an immediate, active emergency after regular leasing hours, you must call the dedicated 24-hour emergency maintenance line provided in your move-in packet to page the on-call technician immediately.

No, Trailside at Greenline does not allow residents to reserve the clubhouse or other shared amenity spaces for private parties or exclusive events. To ensure fairness, all community areas—including the newly renovated resident clubhouse, the resort-style swimming pool, the business center, and the fitness center must remain open and accessible to all residents during their standard operating hours.

Yes

Yes

On the 1st, considered late if not paid by 5th

Through your resident portal

Yes! You can pay your rent completely online through the Trailside at Greenline Resident Portal. The online system allows you to make one-time manual payments or manage your recurring auto-pay schedule from a computer or mobile app

Yes, Trailside at Greenline automatically assesses a late fee if your full rent balance is not received by midnight on the 5th of the month.

You can find our complete, legally approved guidelines—including income, credit, and background check requirements—on our Rental Qualifications page.