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525 Taliwa Drive, Knoxville, 37920
Priced At: $299,700
Property Details for ID: 1339295
SqFt: 1,209
Price SqFt: $248
Total Bedrooms: 2
Full Baths: 1 / Half Baths: 0
MLS Status: Active
Property Type: Residential
On Market Date: 2026-05-02T20:06:40Z
Subdivision: Asa Ambrister
Public Remarks: Located in the heart of South Knoxville, this beautifully remodeled ranch home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and modern updates. Just minutes from the University of Tennessee, downtown Knoxville, major hospitals, and some of East Tennessee's most popular outdoor destinations, this move-in-ready home is ideal for first-time buyers, investors, short-term rental opportunities, or anyone seeking easy access to everything Knoxville has to offer. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 fully renovated bath, and a versatile bonus room, this charming home has been thoughtfully updated throughout while maintaining its original character. The open-concept living area showcases restored original hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, complete with ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, farmhouse sink, center island with additional storage and bar seating, and stainless steel appliances. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard retreat featuring a covered pergola, stone patio, storage shed, and fully fenced yard--perfect for pets, entertaining, or relaxing evenings outdoors. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to Knoxville's Urban Wilderness, Ijams Nature Center, Mead's Quarry, and Stanley Lippencott Trails, while commuters will appreciate quick access to James White Parkway, downtown Knoxville, UT campus, and area medical centers. This home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy a peaceful neighborhood setting while remaining close to all the amenities, recreation, dining, and entertainment Knoxville has to offer. Property Highlights & Improvements • Complete interior remodel completed in 2021 • Open-concept floor plan created by opening living room and kitchen spaces • Original hardwood floors uncovered and professionally restored • Pinterest-worthy bathroom renovation featuring: Walk-in tiled shower New vanity and sink New tile flooring Updated fixtures • All-new PEX plumbing installed throughout home in 2021 • Recessed lighting and updated light fixtures throughout • Fully renovated kitchen (April 2022): Ceiling-height soft-close cabinetry Granite countertops Farmhouse sink Large center island with storage Bar seating Stainless steel appliances • New HVAC system installed October 2022 • New water heater installed in 2023 and relocated inside the home • Entire new water service line installed from road to home and crawlspace (2023) • Brand-new sewer line installed from road to home, including beneath driveway (2025) • Fresh concrete driveway improvements associated with sewer replacement (Approx. $15,000 investment) • Covered pergola and stone patio outdoor living area • Storage shed for additional storage space • Fully fenced backyard with chain-link fencing • Large yard ideal for pets, gardening, and outdoor enjoyment Whether you're searching for a primary residence, game-day retreat, student housing investment, or short-term rental opportunity, this extensively updated South Knoxville home offers exceptional value, location, and peace of mind with major system upgrades already completed. Buyer to verify all information deemed important prior to purchase.
Schools Information
Elementary School: DogwoodMiddle / Junior School: South Doyle
High School: South Doyle
Building Description
Site Built: Yes
Year Built: 1953
Total Rooms: 5
SqFt (Total): 1,209
SqFt (Main Lvl): 1,209
Full Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 0
Fireplace: No
Bonus Room: Yes
Extra Storage: Yes
Basement: No
Basement Type: Crawl Space, Outside Entr Only
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HOA: No
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Total Fireplaces: 0
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Directions
Take James White Pkwy (or Chapman Hwy) to Moody Ave, turn on to Mooers St., turn right on to Taliwa Dr, house and sign on Right. SOP
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