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5109 Tennessee Avenue

Chattanooga, TN 37409
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Bed 3

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Bath 3

Bath

SqFt1,440

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Acres0.16

Acre(Lot)

In the heart of St. Elmo's historic district, one of Chattanooga's most iconic and sought-after neighborhoods, 5109 Tennessee Avenue offers a rare blend of preserved character, elevated craftsmanship, and an unmatched location at the base of Lookout Mountain. This is not just a home in St. Elmo; this is St. Elmo living at its best. Thoughtfully restored by Hope of Restoration, recently recognized as the 2025 winner of Preserve Chattanooga's Residential Preservation Award for its Alabama Avenue project, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence reflects a level of care and quality that is increasingly rare in historic renovation. Original oak and pine hardwoods have been meticulously restored throughout, with new hardwoods added where needed, preserving the home's authentic warmth and texture. Beh ind the walls, everything has been brought forward, a new roof, all-new electrical, plumbing and HVAC...delivering the confidence of modern systems within a historic shell. The custom kitchen features premium Café appliances, soft-close cabinetry and a Dutch-style door that blends charm with everyday function. Three fully renovated bathrooms, including tile showers and a main-level bath, provide exceptional livability for a home of this era and scale. Storage is a true standout in St. Elmo: generous closets throughout the home plus a large unfinished basement/garage offering workshop potential, studio space, gear storage and more. Set on a prominent corner lot, the exterior offers a strong sense of presence with exterior siding fully restored, refreshed, and painted to historic district specifications, a freshly painted fence, mature fig trees, a large covered front porch with attached deck, and ample off-street parking. The lot also presents potential for a future ADU, subject to zoning and approvals...adding rare long-term flexibility in this historic setting. From this address, you are truly in the center of it all. St. Elmo's beloved dining, coffee shops, trails, and local community music venue, The Woodshop, are all just minutes away. Lookout Mountain rises immediately beyond the neighborhood, while downtown Chattanooga, the Southside district, and the transformative South Broad redevelopment corridor are all within easy reach. This is the community everyone wants to be in...historic, walkable, vibrant, and deeply connected to both nature and city life. Historic charm, award-winning restoration quality, and one of Chattanooga's most desirable locations converge at 5109 Tennessee Avenue.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $625,000

AD Id : 89796174

MLS Id : 1541167

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.16 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,440

Year Built : 1940

Garage : 1

County : Hamilton

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 9 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Storage Roof: Shingle Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Free-Standing Electric Range, Dishwasher Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Main Level Window Features: Wood Frames
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, Electric Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Humidity Control, Central Air, Electric

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1940 Building Area Total: 1440 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Side Porch, Covered, Porch Private Pool: No View: Mountain(s)
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, None

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 100.54X69.93 Main Square Feet: 0.16 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.16 Lot Size Square Feet: 7030.76 Lot Description: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping

    Property Information

    Subdivision: None Source Property Type: Residential MLS Area Minor: Chattanooga Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 86

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $625000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 167j J 017 Annual Tax: $1953.71 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 1 H SCHOLZES ADDN TO ST ELMO PB 4 PG 25

  • Parking Information

    Garage, Off Street, On Street, Attached

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Calvin Donaldson Elementary
    Junior High School: East Lake Academy of Fine Arts
    Senior High School: Howard School of Academics & Tech
  • Utility Information

    Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Location Information

    Direction: From downtown, take S. Broad to Tennessee Ave; turn left at the fork to stay on Tennessee Ave; turn right on W. 52nd St. to park behind the house. The house is at the corner of Tennessee Ave. and W 52nd St. WaterSource: Public
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4218 Tennessee Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37409 $689,000 3 2 1,513 1,513 SqFt
4218 Tennessee Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37409 $689,000 3 2 1,513 1,513 SqFt
1402 W 55th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37409 $814,700 4 4 2,590 2,590 SqFt
1402 W 55th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37409 $814,700 4 4 2,590 2,590 SqFt

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ByOwner last updated this listing 08/29/2026 @ 06:46

MLS: 1541167 LISTED BY: David Henson, Keller Williams Realty 423-664-1900 SOURCE: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS

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