5204 Tennessee Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37409

$789,000

Price

Beds

Baths

2,500 Sq. Ft.

$316 / Sq. Ft.

2,500

Sq. Ft.

$316

per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located in the heart of Saint Elmo's historic district and facing the natural beauty of Lookout Mountain, this meticulously renovated Victorian offers a rare blend of 19th-century charm and thoughtful modern updates. Originally built circa 1885, the home has been carefully gutted and restored over the past two decades, preserving its character while enhancing everyday livability. A gracious wrap-around covered porch with classic wood railing welcomes you inside, where soaring ceilings, abundant natural...Located in the heart of Saint Elmo's historic district and facing the natural beauty of Lookout Mountain, this meticulously renovated Victorian offers a rare blend of 19th-century charm and thoughtful modern updates. Originally built circa 1885, the home has been carefully gutted and restored over the past two decades, preserving its character while enhancing everyday livability. A gracious wrap-around covered porch with classic wood railing welcomes you inside, where soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, hardwood floors, and four original decorative fireplaces create a warm, timeless atmosphere. The home offers approximately 2,500 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, including two ensuite bedrooms—one on the main level and another upstairs—along with three full baths and one half bath. Large windows throughout flood the interior with sunlight, highlighting the craftsmanship and architectural details. A detached two-car garage, built approximately eight years ago, provides exceptional convenience—an uncommon feature for a home of this era. Recent improvements include a brand-new HVAC unit for added comfort. Perfectly positioned for an active and connected lifestyle, the home allows you to walk or bike to grocery stores, acclaimed local restaurants, riverwalks, downtown Chattanooga, hiking and mountain biking trails, and all that the city has to offer. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly special historic home where timeless architecture, modern comforts, and an unbeatable location come together seamlessly.

Listed by Sherry Lawrence • Zach Taylor - Chattanooga
Listed by Iqbal Khan • Zach Taylor - Chattanooga

Property Details for 5204 Tennessee Avenue

Architectural Style

Victorian

View

Mountain(s)

Waterfront

LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2026 06:01 AM

Property Details for 5204 Tennessee Avenue

Status	Active
MLS #	1527586
Days on Market	8
Taxes	$2,185 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Single Family
MLS Type	Residential
Year Built	1885
Lot Size	0.24 AC / 10,400 SF
County	Hamilton County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Zach Taylor - Chattanooga, Sherry Lawrence (423.838.5011); Zach Taylor - Chattanooga, Iqbal Khan (423.322.3383)

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Building Information for 5204 Tennessee Avenue

Stories3Year Built1885Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,028 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,845

Property Taxes

$182

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 5204 Tennessee Avenue

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Chattanooga
County Or Parish: Hamilton

Directions: South on Tennessee Ave, turn left on W 53rd st. right after the second house on the left turn left in the alley second house on the left.
Latitude: 34.990959
Longitude: -85.326808
Postal Code: 37409
State Or Province: TN
Subdivision Name: None
Topography: Sloped,Other

Taxes and HOA

Tax Legal Description: Lt 9 Mitchells Addn To St Elmo Pb 3 Pg 5 Rev 106-17
Additional Parcels: No

Parcel Number: 167j H 013
Association Fee: $0
Association: No
Tax Annual Amount: $2,185

School Information

Middle Or Junior School: East Lake Academy of Fine Arts
High School: Howard School of Academics & Tech

Elementary School: Calvin Donaldson Elementary

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes

Attached Garage: No

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Few Trees, Sloped
Lot Size Dimensions: 52x200

Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Living Area Source: Owner
Lot Size Square Feet: 10400.0
Building Area Total: 2500.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Living Area: 2500.0
Living Area Units: Square Feet

Property and Assessments

Property Type Label: Residential
Sewer: Public Sewer

New Construction: No
Home Warranty: No
Floor Plans Count: 0
Year Built: 1885
Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Description : Tri-Level: Yes
Improvements : Driveway: Yes

Utilities

Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Senior Community: No
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding

Pool Features: None
Pool Private: No
Window Features: Bay Window(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Kitchen Level, Off Street, Paved
Exterior Features: Garden
Roof: Shingle
Roofing : Shingle: Yes
Roofing : Tile: Yes
Structures : None: Yes

Interior Features

Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Electric: Yes
Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Range
Room Type: Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Bath Half, Kitchen, Laundry, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Office
Rooms Total: 13
Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.5
Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
Cooling: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Fireplaces Total: 4
Heating: Yes
Foundation Details: Block, Brick/Mortar, Combination
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Levels: Tri-Level
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Eat-in Kitchen, En Suite, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Separate Dining Room, Separate Shower, Storage, Tile Counters, Tub/shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool Tub
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Stories: 3
Green Features : Central Air: Yes
Cooling : Central: Yes
Bed/Bath : En Suite: Yes
Bed/Bath : Separate Shower: Yes
Dining : Separate Dining Room: Yes

Room Information

Room 1

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: First

Room 2

Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room Level: Second

Room 3

Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second

Room 5

Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second

Room 6

Room Type: Bathroom
Room Level: First

Room 7

Room Type: Bath Half
Room Level: First

Room 8

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: First

Room 9

Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: First

Room 10

Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: First

Room 11

Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: First

Room 12

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: First

Room 13

Room Type: Office
Room Level: Third

Multi Family

Unit 1

Unit 1 Features : Living Room: Yes

Unit 2

Unit 2 Features : Kitchen: Yes
Unit 2 Features : Living Room: Yes

Unit 4

Unit 4 Features : Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Unit 4 Features : Storage: Yes

Rental

Rental Information

Tenant Pays : None: Yes

Property History for 5204 Tennessee Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jan 30, 2026	Listed (Active) REALTRACS #3118357	$789,000	—
Jan 30, 2026	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1527586	$789,000	—
Dec 31, 1993	Expired Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000	—
Dec 31, 1993	Expired Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000	—
Jun 30, 1993	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000	—
Jun 29, 1993	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
01/30/2026	Listed (Active) REALTRACS #3118357	$789,000
01/30/2026	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #1527586	$789,000
12/31/1993	Expired Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000
12/31/1993	Expired Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000
06/30/1993	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000
06/29/1993	Listed (Active) Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS #933566	$34,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5204 Tennessee Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-

Tax Record2025$961 ($80 / month)

Home Facts

Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,194 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,194 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,220 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1960ZoningR2CountyHAMILTONAPN167J H 013

Schools near 5204 Tennessee Avenue

This home is within Hamilton County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
2/10	Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	1.5 mi
4/10	East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.6 mi
4/10	The Howard School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.6 mi
4/10	Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High	Charter - Choice school	9 to 12	1.6 mi
4/10	Howard Connect Academy	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	2.6 mi
3/10	Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence	Charter - Choice school	K to 5	3.2 mi


Rating	School	Distance
2/10	Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	1.5 mi
4/10	East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.6 mi
4/10	The Howard School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.6 mi
4/10	Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High Charter9 to 12 Choice school	1.6 mi
4/10	Howard Connect Academy Public6 to 8 Choice school	2.6 mi
3/10	Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence CharterK to 5 Choice school	3.2 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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5204 Tennessee Avenue is a single family home for sale in Chattanooga, TN 37409. This property was listed for sale on January 30, 2026 by Zach Taylor - Chattanooga, it's currently listed at $789,000. This listing's school district is Hamilton County School District. Nearby schools include Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy, East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts and The Howard School. 5204 Tennessee Avenue is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 2,500 sqft single family home built in 1885.

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Listing Courtesy of Zach Taylor - Chattanooga, Sherry Lawrence (423.838.5011); Zach Taylor - Chattanooga, Iqbal Khan (423.322.3383)

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