118 Highland Ave, Athens, TN 37303

$699,900
Property Type: Single Family Bedrooms: 6 Square Footage: 4,963 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 2 Status: Active
Current Price: $699,900 List Date: 10/24/2025 Last Modified: 4/19/2026

Overview

Description

Step back in time with this stately historic home located in the heart of Athens, Tennessee. A rare find resting on 1.76 acres with seasonal long-range views of Starr Mountain and surrounded with lush landscape providing a natural privacy buffer. History buffs will appreciate the timeless preservation of character and charm blended with modern day conveniences. On point with the period, this palatial home with over 4900 sq ft, 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths, boasts gracious sized rooms, towering 12 and 10 foot ceilings, triple-stacked crown moldings, classic wainscoting, distinguished wood-burning fireplaces and the original hardwood floors refinished and restored to their natural beauty. Two grand primary en-suites on the main level will accommodate separate living quarters. The completely remodeled chef's kitchen with new appliances, lighting, refinished cabinets, granite countertops, a butler's pantry and an abundance of windows that provide a steam of natural light make this one of the favorite gathering spots. To enhance this area is an adjoining oversized mudroom/laundry/craft room. Beautiful new butcher block countertops, plenty of cabinet space and storage for kitchen overflow dishes/items for practical functionality. Sourced locally are the crab orchard stone floors showcased in the expansive den, front porch and walkways. The upper level offers a true blank canvas for those with a creative vision. With its generous space, it can easily accommodate a great room, two bedrooms, a bath, and even a partial kitchen, or be reimagined entirely to suit your needs. If the main level already provides ample living space, the upper level also serves as an expansive storage area. Conveniently located with close proximity to downtown Athens and within walking distance of Tennessee Wesleyan University. Knoxville, Chattanooga, Gatlinburg, the Smoky Mountains and Atlanta are all within an hour or two drive. Don't miss your opportunity to be the next owner of this exquisite and storied historic home. Some photos have been virtually staged

Listing Details MLS# 1319814

Location Tax Legal Info

House #
118
Street Name
Highland
St Suffix
Ave
State/Province
TN
Zip Code
37303
PIN #
056L B 031.00
Subdivision
Highland Place

Contract Info

Auction Y/N
No
Listing Price
699900
Occupancy
Permanent Residence

General Property Description

Type
1 1/2 Story
Lot Size SqFt
1.76
Acres
1.76
Acre Source
Tax Records
Site Built
Yes
Restrictions
No
SqFt - Total (Aprox)
4963
SqFt - Main Lvl
3522
SqFt - 2nd Flr Lvl
1441
# Bedrooms
6
Baths - Full
3
Baths - 1/2
2
# of Rooms
11
Fireplace
Yes
# Fireplace
2
Property Status
N/A
HOA
No
Year Built
1900
Bonus Room
No
Extra Storage
Yes
SqFt - Down Lvl
0
SqFt - 3rd Flr Lvl
0
Basement
No

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2025-10-24

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Area
McMinn County - 40
Property Sub-Type
Residential
City/County Code
City Limits
Elementary School
Ingleside
Middle School
Athens
Total Tax
2682.64
High School
Mcminn

Remarks & Misc

Directions
Take I-75S to Exit 49. Go toward Athens. Turn left onto Highland Avenue. Home will be on the left.
Public Remarks
Step back in time with this stately historic home located in the heart of Athens, Tennessee. A rare find resting on 1.76 acres with seasonal long-range views of Starr Mountain and surrounded with lush landscape providing a natural privacy buffer. History buffs will appreciate the timeless preservation of character and charm blended with modern day conveniences. On point with the period, this palatial home with over 4900 sq ft, 6 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths, boasts gracious sized rooms, towering 12 and 10 foot ceilings, triple-stacked crown moldings, classic wainscoting, distinguished wood-burning fireplaces and the original hardwood floors refinished and restored to their natural beauty. Two grand primary en-suites on the main level will accommodate separate living quarters. The completely remodeled chef's kitchen with new appliances, lighting, refinished cabinets, granite countertops, a butler's pantry and an abundance of windows that provide a steam of natural light make this one of the favorite gathering spots. To enhance this area is an adjoining oversized mudroom/laundry/craft room. Beautiful new butcher block countertops, plenty of cabinet space and storage for kitchen overflow dishes/items for practical functionality. Sourced locally are the crab orchard stone floors showcased in the expansive den, front porch and walkways. The upper level offers a true blank canvas for those with a creative vision. With its generous space, it can easily accommodate a great room, two bedrooms, a bath, and even a partial kitchen, or be reimagined entirely to suit your needs. If the main level already provides ample living space, the upper level also serves as an expansive storage area. Conveniently located with close proximity to downtown Athens and within walking distance of Tennessee Wesleyan University. Knoxville, Chattanooga, Gatlinburg, the Smoky Mountains and Atlanta are all within an hour or two drive. Don't miss your opportunity to be the next owner of this exquisite and storied historic home. Some photos have been virtually staged

More Information

Atchd/Dtchd Type

Detached
Yes

Style

Colonial
Yes

Construction

Block
Yes

Siding

Wood
Yes

Fireplace

Masonry
Yes
Wood Burning
Yes

Cooling

Central Cooling
Yes

Floors

Hardwood
Yes
Laminate
Yes

Garage/Parking

Garage Spaces
4
Attached
Yes
Detached
Yes
Main Level
Yes
RV Parking
Yes

Basement

Unfinished
Yes

Lot Description

Level
Yes
Private
Yes
Rolling Slope
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Fuel

Gas (Natural)
Yes

View

Seasonal Mountain View
Yes

Heat

Central
Yes

Dining Area

Breakfast Room
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Formal Dining Area
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Range
Yes

Other Rooms

Addl Living Quarter
Yes
Bedroom Main Level
Yes
Extra Storage
Yes
Laundry/Utility
Yes
Mstr Bdrm Main Level
Yes

Exterior Features

Patio
Yes
Porch - Covered
Yes
Windows - Insulated
Yes

Misc Features

Internet Available
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes
Washer/Dryer Connect
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water

Public
Yes

New Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
New Loan
Yes
VA Loan
Yes

Property Features

Style: Colonial Construction: Block Siding: Wood Basement: Unfinished Lot Description: Level; Private; Rolling Slope; Wooded View: Seasonal Mountain View Fireplace: Masonry; Wood Burning Floors: Hardwood; Laminate Fuel: Gas (Natural) Heat: Central Cooling: Central Cooling Appliances: Dishwasher; Range Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public Other Rooms: Addl Living Quarter; Bedroom Main Level; Extra Storage; Laundry/Utility; Mstr Bdrm Main Level Misc Features: Internet Available; Walk-In Closet(s); Washer/Dryer Connect Exterior Features: Patio; Porch - Covered; Windows - Insulated Dining Area: Breakfast Room; Eat-in Kitchen; Formal Dining Area New Financing: Cash; Conventional; New Loan; VA Loan
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Last Updated: April - 19 - 2026
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