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1297 Thomas Ave, Chattanooga, 37409

Priced At: $499,000

Property Details for ID: 1337035



SqFt: 1,974
Price SqFt: $253
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2 / Half Baths: 1
MLS Status: Active
Property Type: Residential
On Market Date: 2026-04-16T17:22:03Z
Subdivision: St. Elmo South

Public Remarks: Experience modern new construction living in the heart of St. Elmo! This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features hardwood floors throughout, a bright open-concept floor plan, and a cozy gas fireplace that anchors the main living space. Designed for both comfort and functionality, the home includes an attached 1-car garage and an encapsulated crawlspace, promoting energy efficiency and healthier indoor air quality. Located in a welcoming community with shared amenities, residents enjoy access to a community firepit and dog park - ideal for gathering with neighbors or enjoying time outdoors with pets. This location offers unbeatable proximity to Chattanooga landmarks and is conveniently located just 7 minutes to Chattanooga Christian School. You are just 2.3 miles from the Tennessee Riverwalk, 3.3 miles from Interstate-24, and 12 minutes from downtown Chattanooga. Enjoy immediate access to specific outdoor recreation at Glen Falls and Guild-Hardy Trailheads and shuttle or bike to St. Elmo's popular dining spots, including 1886 Grill, Little Coyote, and Mr. T's Pizza. If you're looking for new construction in St. Elmo with modern finishes, community amenities, and direct access to the best of Chattanooga, 1297 Thomas Avenue checks every box.

Schools Information

Elementary School: Calvin Donaldson
Middle / Junior School: East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts
High School: Howard Academy Of Academics Technology

Building Description

Building Style: Contemporary
Type: 2 Story
Site Built: Yes
Year Built: 2025
Total Rooms: 10
SqFt (Total): 1,974
SqFt (Main Lvl): 0
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Fireplace: Yes
Bonus Room: No
Basement: No
Basement Type: Crawl Space

  Exterior Features

Features: Porch - Covered
Construction: Other
Siding: Fiber Cement

  Appliances

Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Tankless Wtr Htr, Other

  Room Dimensions

  Interior Features

Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Other Rooms: LaundryUtility
Misc Features: Island in Kitchen, Walk-in Closets

  Property Details

Acreages: 0.09
Lot Description: Level
View: Mountain View

Utilities

Fuel Types: Electric

Financing

Finance Options: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  HOA Information

Restrictions: No
HOA: Mandatory
HOA Fee: 25
HOA Freq: Monthly
HOA Contact: John Coffelt

Heating & Cooling

Fireplace(s): Yes
Total Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type(s): Gas Log, Ventless
Cooling Type(s): Ceiling Fan(s), Central Cooling, Other
Heat Type(s): Central

Garage / Parking

Garage Spaces, Off-Street Parking

  Community Features

Other - See Remarks

Outbuildings

Presented By: / Keller Williams Realty

Up Coming Open Houses

Sorry, no open houses are currently available for this listing.

Directions

From I-24 Use the 2nd from the right lane to take the Broad St exit toward Lookout Mountain 0.4 mi Turn right onto US-11 S/US-41 N/US-64 W/US-72 W/Broad St Pass by Taco Bell (on the right in 0.9 mi) 1.2 mi Turn left onto TN-17 S/Tennessee Ave 0.4 mi Turn right to stay on Tennessee Ave 0.7 mi Turn left to stay on Tennessee Ave 0.7 mi Turn right to stay on Tennessee Ave 0.2 mi Turn left onto Thomas Ave



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