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149 Fort Ave, Knoxville, 37920
Priced At: $720,000
Property Details for ID: 1334818
SqFt: 2,318
Price SqFt: $311
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2 / Half Baths: 0
MLS Status: Pending - Continue to Show - Inspection
Property Type: Residential
On Market Date: 2026-04-03T07:16:16Z
Subdivision: S Water Front
Public Remarks: Perched in one of Knoxville's most coveted settings, this home offers an unparalleled living experience with sweeping views over the heart of the city. Enjoy a rare blend of privacy and convenience, with effortless access to downtown Knoxville and the Urban Wilderness of South Knoxville. From your doorstep, walk to home football games at Neyland Stadium, or hop on nearby trails for hiking and mountain biking adventures. Spend your evenings exploring concerts, festivals, and local restaurants--all easily accessible by foot or bike--or a quiet evening at home on the expansive 2 acre lot! The property boasts stunning overlooks of the Tennessee River, the University of Tennessee campus, and downtown Knoxville, while also neighboring Fort Dickerson Park and Augusta Quarry for even more outdoor recreation. Directly across the street, you'll find the vibrant Kern's Food Hall, while the highly anticipated SoKno Rail Trail--connecting to Ijams Nature Center--begins just steps away, adding even more connectivity to this already exceptional location. Inside, the current owners have thoughtfully transformed the home from top to bottom, completing major upgrades including new HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, along with fully renovated kitchen and bathrooms. Each detail has been intentionally designed to complement the uniqueness of the property. The home features generously sized bedrooms, convenient main-level laundry, and a seamless flow between living spaces. Enjoy a versatile layout that includes a kitchen, office, sunroom, and additional functional spaces like a detached shed ideal for a workshop or bike storage, as well as a charming potting shed--perfect for embracing both indoor comfort and outdoor living. Property includes additional connected lot at 0 Augusta Ave Knoxville, TN 37996 for a total of 2.10 acres!
Schools Information
Sorry, school information is not available for this listing.Building Description
Site Built: Yes
Year Built: 1899
Total Rooms: 7
SqFt (Total): 2,318
SqFt (Main Lvl): 1,774
SqFt (2nd Flr Lvl): 544
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
Fireplace: Yes
Bonus Room: No
Extra Storage: Yes
Basement: No
Basement Type: Crawl Space, Walkout
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HOA: No
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Total Fireplaces: 1
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Directions
From I-40, take Exit 389 to James White Pkwy (TN-158 S). Continue to Neyland Dr and cross the river via Walnut St Bridge into South Knoxville. Turn left onto Chapman Hwy (US-441 S), then right onto Fort Ave. Property is on the left at 149 Fort Ave.
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