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5514 Alabama Avenue

Chattanooga, TN 37409
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Bed 3

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Bath 3

Bath

SqFt1,872

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Acres0.22

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Step into the character and charm of 5514 Alabama Ave, a historic St. Elmo home built in 1900, ideally situated at the foot of Lookout Mountain. This distinctive bungalow showcases turn-of-the-century character blended with a unique rustic-industrial aesthetic and thoughtful modern updates. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 1,892 total square feet, including 1,106 square feet on the main level and 786 square feet of finished walk-out basement, the home sits on a large, fully fenced lot with exceptional outdoor potential. The main level features inviting living spaces, updated kitchen cabinetry, and a convenient half bath. The finished walk-out basement adds valuable flexibility with a spacious primary suite and full bath, along with an office nook, storage, and versatile space currently used as a gym that could easily serve as a den, media room, or additional office. Updated plumbing and electrical add to the home's functionality, along with numerous improvements made over the years.Outside, the expansive fenced backyard offers privacy, space, and possibilities. A recently completed concrete walkway extends from the side of the home all the way to the rear porch, creating an attractive and functional connection to the backyard. The substantial concrete pad is also large enough to support a future elevated deck, providing an opportunity to create an additional level of outdoor living space. Adding to the property's unique appeal is direct rear access from Shauff Pl., providing convenient access to the backyard and excellent potential for a future detached garage, studio, or accessory dwelling, subject to Historic Zoning Commission approval and applicable permits. With its historic character, flexible living spaces, generous lot, rear street access, and exciting potential for future improvements, 5514 Alabama Ave offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of St. Elmo history while creating something uniquely your own.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $529,995

AD Id : 91036481

MLS Id : 1542140

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.22 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,872

Tax Amount : 3044.28

Year Built : 1900

County : Hamilton

Subdivision: Thurman Tract

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 7 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Crawl Space, Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Concrete, Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Stone Counters, Master Downstairs Roof: Shingle Appliances: Microwave, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Bar Fridge Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Laundry Closet, Washer Hookup Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, Electric Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1900 Building Area Total: 1872 Construction Materials: Brick, Other Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Covered, Porch Pool Features: None Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Rain Gutters

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 50.7X194.1 Main Square Feet: 0.22 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.22 Lot Size Square Feet: 9583.2 Lot Description: Level

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Thurman Tract Source Property Type: Residential MLS Area Minor: Chattanooga Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: One Property Age: 126

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $529995 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 167o F 019 Annual Tax: $3044.28 Tax Legal Desc: Lt 56 Thurmans Amended Addn To St E Lmo Pb4 Pg38

  • Parking Information

    Kitchen Level, On Street

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Calvin Donaldson Elementary
    Junior High School: Lookout Valley Middle
    Senior High School: Lookout Valley High
  • Utility Information

    Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Location Information

    Direction: South on St Elmo Ave toward Georgia. Right on 55th St. Left on Alabama Ave. Home on left. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/05/2026 @ 15:40

MLS: 1542140 LISTED BY: Sherry Lawrence, Zach Taylor - Chattanooga 855-261-2233 SOURCE: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS

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